Senior Backend Software Engineer

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2 Locations
In-Office
82K-172K Annually
Senior level
Information Technology • Consulting • Defense
The Role
Design, build, test, deploy, and maintain scalable Java and Python microservices. Lead requirements analysis, automated testing, CI/CD, containerization, and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver cloud-based services.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Title: Senior Backend Software Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Anticipated Posting End: 8/31/2026

The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a talented and motivated Backend/Services Software Engineer to join our dynamic development team.

This role is ideal for a mid-career developer who is passionate about building scalable, reliable, and high-performance cloud services. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing modern Java and Python microservices that run within a modern orchestration and cloud environment (such as AWS).

If you are eager to learn, enthusiastic about problem-solving, and ready to make a significant impact on our core product architecture, we would love to hear from you!
 

Responsibilities:
As a Senior Software Engineer, your responsibilities include:
•    Writing, building, deploying, and maintaining diverse software applications
•    Overseeing and guiding the requirements analysis, writing, building, and deployment of software
•    Overseeing automated testing and providing feedback to management during the development process
•    Modifying and testing changes to previously developed programs
•    Collaborating effectively within a software engineering team
Qualifications:
Required: 
•    At least 5 years of professional software development experience and working proficiency in Python and/or Java
•    Experience with lightweight frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, Quarkus, or Spring Boot
•    Proficiency with software packaging tools (uv, pip, Maven, etc.)
•    Comprehensive testing experience, including unit tests (e.g., pytest, JUnit), system tests, and integration tests
•    Proficiency with various data storage solutions (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, AWS or Azure cloud storage services)
•    Experience with source control tools (e.g., Git, GitLab)
•    Experience implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab CI/CD or Jenkins
•    Experience containerizing and deploying applications using Docker and Kubernetes
•    Ability to work in office full time

•    Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
•    Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance
Desired:
•    Strong knowledge of GEOINT (Geospatial Intelligence) data collection and distribution paradigms, including overhead intelligence
•    Experience developing Agentic AI solutions using open-source frameworks (e.g., DSPy, Microsoft AutoGen, LangGraph, CrewAI)
•    In-depth knowledge of and practical experience with standard AWS managed services (S3, ECS, EC2, Lambda, Step Functions, DynamoDB, OpenSearch)
•    Experience with ArgoCD or GitOps deployment workflows
•    Experience with Government Clouds (e.g., GovCloud, C2S)
•    Experience with DevSecOps and Agile Scrum software development methodology, including tools like Jira and Confluence
•    IAT Level II or III certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, or CASP)

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,100-$172,400

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Skills Required

  • At least 5 years of professional software development experience with working proficiency in Python and/or Java
  • Experience with lightweight frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, Quarkus, or Spring Boot
  • Proficiency with software packaging tools (uv, pip, Maven, etc.)
  • Comprehensive testing experience including unit tests (pytest, JUnit), system tests, and integration tests
  • Proficiency with data storage solutions (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, AWS or Azure cloud storage services)
  • Experience with source control tools (Git, GitLab)
  • Experience implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab CI/CD or Jenkins
  • Experience containerizing and deploying applications using Docker and Kubernetes
  • Ability to work in office full time
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
  • Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance
  • Strong knowledge of GEOINT data collection and distribution paradigms
  • Experience developing Agentic AI solutions using frameworks like DSPy, Microsoft AutoGen, LangGraph, CrewAI
  • In-depth knowledge and practical experience with AWS managed services (S3, ECS, EC2, Lambda, Step Functions, DynamoDB, OpenSearch)
  • Experience with ArgoCD or GitOps deployment workflows
  • Experience with Government Clouds (e.g., GovCloud, C2S)
  • Experience with DevSecOps and Agile Scrum methodologies and tools like Jira and Confluence
  • IAT Level II or III certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, or CASP)

CACI International Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CACI International Inc and has not been reviewed or approved by CACI International Inc.

  • Healthcare Strength Pay is supported by a broad set of health-plan options across multiple national carriers, with telemedicine and tax-advantaged accounts included. Dental and vision choices are also described as multi-option, which strengthens overall coverage breadth.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Flexible Time Off is available for many salaried-exempt roles, while hourly roles accrue PTO, creating multiple time-off pathways by employment class. Paid disability coverage, fixed holidays, and paid leave programs (including parental leave and other leave types) further round out time-off and leave coverage.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support includes a 401(k) match structure described as 50% up to 8% of pay (effective 4%) and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a discount. Tuition reimbursement and certification support also add to the overall rewards package that complements core retirement benefits.

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The Company
Bristol
17,673 Employees
Year Founded: 1962

What We Do

CACI’s approximately 23,000 talented employees are vigilant in providing the unique expertise and distinctive technology that address our customers’ greatest enterprise and mission challenges. Our culture of good character, innovation, and excellence drives our success and earns us recognition as a Fortune World's Most Admired Company. As a member of the Fortune 1000 Largest Companies, the Russell 1000 Index, and the S&P MidCap 400 Index, we consistently deliver strong shareholder value. Visit us at www.caci.com.

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