Backend Developer

Backend Developer

The Opportunity:  

As a back-end developer, you know that a good site or system needs the right combination of clean code, APIs, analytics, and infrastructure to develop a user-focused solution. We’re looking for a back-end developer with the software engineering skills it takes to help identify potential risks, contribute to solution development, and create efficient and effective systems for our clients. 

You will need experience in developing J2EE applications using REST or JSON, Spring, SpringBoot, and J2EE. You will design, develop, and implement web-based Java applications to support business requirements. You will follow approved Agile life cycle methodologies, create design documents and perform program coding. You will also resolve technical issues through debugging, research, and investigation.

In this role, you’ll make a mission-forward impact as you sharpen your skillset and grow your career. Work with us as we shape systems for the better.  

Join us. The world can’t wait. 

You Have: 

• 3+ years of experience with back end development, including database, AWS services, and REST APIs

• Experience with the Java 8 programming language, technologies, and frameworks, such as J2EE, Spring, Spring Boot, JPA or Hibernate, JDBC, Web Services, and data formats like XML, XSLT, and JSON

• Experience with Git and repository platforms, such as GitHub and Bitbucket, and with build tools, such as Maven and IDEs like IntelliJ or VS Code

• Experience with database design, including schema creation (DDL), SQL queries (DML), and stored procedures

• Experience with production support, issue resolution, and documenting technical design and implementation details

• Experience designing and performing unit testing, integration testing, and code reviews

• Experience with AWS services

• Public Trust

• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have: 

• Experience working in an Agile development environment

• Experience with JIRA and Confluence, or other project and issue tracking software

• Experience with application front-end languages and frameworks such as HTML, JSP, JavaScript, jQuery, and CSS

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools, such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions

• Experience with the Python programming language

• Experience with modern frontend frameworks, such as React, Ember, EXT, Angular, Bootstrap

• Experience with performance and profiling tools, and debugging on any preferred IDE

• Experience with NoSQL databases

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes

• Possession of excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

  

Vetting:

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client; Public Trust determination is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.