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Senior Backend Engineer

Senior Backend Engineer

CompanyICF
LocationReston, VA, USA
Salary$89203 – $151646
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field: Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 7 + years’ experience in Java, XML/XSD/XPATH and JEE technologies.
  • 3 + years’ experience in Elasticsearch, including implementation and query optimization.
  • 3 + years’ experience in Python development.
  • 1+ year experience in Django framework and RESTful API development.
  • 1+ year experience in front-end technologies – HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
  • 1+ year experience in version control systems, preferably Git.
  • 1+ year experience in using Linux and Shell scripting.
  • 1+ year experience with database systems such as PostgreSQL or Oracle.

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain XSLT transformations to convert complex XML structures into Elasticsearch-compatible documents.
  • Implement and optimize Elasticsearch for efficient search functionality within our applications.
  • Design and develop scalable web applications using Python and Django framework.
  • Build internal dashboards with a focus on automating frequent tasks.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features.
  • Ensure the performance, quality and responsiveness of applications.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS.
  • Knowledge of important standards such as HL7 and RxNorm.
  • Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.
  • Experience integrating AI/ML models into web applications.
  • Experience with containerization technologies like Docker.
  • Knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards.
  • Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.