Mid-Level Backend Developer

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Pioneering Evolution is seeking a motivated Mid-Level Backend Developer to support the development of secure and modular backend services for a mission-focused federal software platform. This role provides an excellent opportunity for growth in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, working alongside senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will build and maintain services that meet compliance, audit, and performance requirements while contributing to the evolution of backend development practices. Other key responsibilities include:

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  Develop secure, scalable backend components using .NET Core, aligned with performance and compliance goals.



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  Write unit and integration tests to ensure code maintainability and system reliability.



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  Collaborate with frontend, QA, and data engineering teams to deliver fully integrated software features.



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  Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and technical planning discussions to support sprint objectives.



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  Document backend logic, service interactions, and data flows to promote traceability and team knowledge.



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  Engage in the continuous improvement of engineering practices, with a focus on maintainability and quality.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

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  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.



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  Minimum of 3 years of backend development experience using .NET Core or equivalent frameworks.



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  Strong understanding of RESTful API design and secure coding standards.



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  Familiarity with relational database systems such as PostgreSQL.



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  Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional team environment.



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  Must be available to work full-time and on-site in the Washington D.C. metro area.



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  U.S. Citizenship and active Secret Clearance are required.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

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  Experience developing solutions for secure, compliance-driven environments.



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  Exposure to cloud-based application deployments and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).



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  Interest in learning and applying DevSecOps principles and secure integration methodologies.

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE OFFER:
In addition to competitive salaries and opportunities for professional development and advancement, our employees enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits. To keep pace with the changing needs of our employees, we continually evaluate benefit plans.

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  Paid time off



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  10 paid holidays



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  Medical insurance



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  Dental insurance



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  Vision insurance



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  Legal assistance



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  Company-paid life insurance and AD&D



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  Company-paid long term and short-term disability insurance



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  Tuition reimbursement



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  401(k) plan with company contribution



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  Continuing Education Opportunities