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Backend Python Software Engineer Jobs in North Potomac, MD, US

160+ backend python software engineer jobs from 92 companies hiring in North Potomac, MD, US.

165 jobs- North Potomac • 50 miles
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Backend Software Engineer
Reston, Virginia, United States
RemoteFull Time
Game Plan Tech
Game Plan Tech: Building secure cloud and AI systems for government.
Backend developer skilled in Java or Python, databases (SQL/NoSQL), Git/CI/CD, security, containers (Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (GCP/AWS/Azure).
Java, Python, Git, Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD, Cloud Platforms, REST API, SQL, NoSQL
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Backend Software Engineer - HYBRID
Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States
$144k-$147k/yr HybridFull Time
Red Arch Solutions
Red Arch Solutions: Provides IT engineering solutions for the intelligence community.
7+ YOEBachelor's in computer science or related field plus seven years of software engineering experience in similar programs; experience with test procedures, technical documentation, Agile, AWS; proficient with Java, C++, or Python, Git, SQL/PostgreSQL, Jira/Confluence.
Java, C++, Python, Git, PostgreSQL, SQL, Amazon Web Services, Jira, Confluence
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Backend Software Engineer
Gaithersburg or Alexandria or Chantilly or St. Louis or Tucson
OnsiteFull Time
Noetic Strategies
Noetic Strategies: Provides cybersecurity, software development, and IT services to government agencies.
8+ YOEUS citizen; TS/SCI with poly; BS in CS/SE with 8–12 yrs (MS with 6–10); Java or Python; REST APIs; SQL; Linux; ability to work independently.
Java, Python, REST, SQL, Linux, Apache Airflow, Spring Boot, Django, GitLab, Jenkins, Docker, OpenShift, AWS, Azure, Agile
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Backend Developer
Springfield, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Trinity Global Consulting
Trinity Global Consulting: Provides professional support services to US government agencies.
2+ YOEBachelor's in CS/Engineering/GIS or related field; 2+ years backend experience; Python/Node.js/Java; REST APIs; ArcGIS Enterprise; Docker/Kubernetes; API design; US Citizenship; Top Secret/SCI clearance eligibility.
Node.js, Python, Java, Docker, Kubernetes, ArcGIS Enterprise, REST APIs
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Senior Backend Software Engineer
El Segundo or Chantilly or Colorado Springs
$129k-$194k/yr OnsiteFull Time
The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation: Provides technical expertise and research for national space programs.
8+ YOE8+ years in software/data architecture; strong cloud-native data-intensive software; experience leading teams; security clearance eligibility; onsite in El Segundo, CA with possible relocation.
Java, Python, Go, Kubernetes, Apache Airflow, Apache Spark, Neo4j, AWS Neptune, Palantir Warp Core, CKAD
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Lead GenAI Backend Platform Software Engineer
Rockville or Jersey City or Denver or San Francisco or New York City or Tysons
HybridFull Time
FINRA
FINRA: Regulates brokerage firms and exchange markets in the United States.
7+ YOE7+ years in software engineering; strong backend design; Python, FastAPI; cloud (AWS); LLMs; security; CI/CD; team leadership.
Python, FastAPI, AWS Bedrock, S3, Lambda, Step Functions, Fargate, Aurora, CI/CD, Git
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Software Engineer, Backend - AI Practice Team
Houston or Knoxville or Washington
$90k-$150k/yr OnsiteFull Time
American Bureau of Shipping
American Bureau of Shipping: Global maritime classification and technical safety service provider.
8+ YOE8+ years backend development; Go and Python; cloud deployment; Kafka; distributed systems patterns; performance optimization; Docker/Kubernetes; Databricks.
Go, Python, Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, Databricks
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Backend Developer, Data Platform
Reston, Virginia, United States
$113k-$188k/yr HybridFull Time
Vantor
Vantor: Providing AI-powered spatial intelligence and high-resolution Earth observation.
5+ YOE5+ years backend software engineering; strong Python; PostgreSQL; Elasticsearch; AWS (S3, RDS); TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph; Bachelor's in CS/Systems Eng or equivalent; strong debugging and CI/CD skills.
Python, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, AWS, S3, RDS, Docker, OpenShift, Helm, Gitlab CI, CI/CD
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Senior Java Backend Developer - Contingent
McLean or United States
RemoteFull Time
Aretum
Aretum: Provides technology-enabled mission support services for federal government agencies.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering/IS (or 3 years exp); 5+ years backend Java; REST APIs; Python; PostgreSQL; Elasticsearch/OpenSearch; AWS microservices; GitLab CI/CD; Terraform; Agile/Scrum; strong communication.
Java, Python, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch/OpenSearch, AWS, Terraform, GitLab, CI/CD, S3, SNS, SQS, RDS, Docker, Kubernetes, OpenSearch
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Spatial Front, Inc - Backend Developer
Arlington, Virginia, United States
HybridFull Time
Spatial Front
Spatial Front: IT solutions and mission support for government agencies.
3+ YOEBackend developer with experience in server-side programming, databases, and microservices; US citizen with active Secret clearance preferred.
Java, Python, Node.js, SQL, NoSQL, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, DevSecOps
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Senior Back End Developer
Lackland AFB or Fort Meade
OnsiteFull Time
Titan Technologies
Titan Technologies: Provides IT solutions and services to government agencies.
10+ YOEDoD TS clearance required; TS/SCI preferred; 10+ years software development; 5+ years backend web development; 10 years relational databases and RESTful APIs; 5 years Python and PostgreSQL; 5 years Jira; 5 years web testing; 5 years leading software programs; 3 years AWS, Kubernetes, RedHat Linux; 5 years with five of: PostgreSQL, RDS, Exodus, Pyth...
Python, PostgreSQL, Docker, Ansible, Terraform, AWS, Kubernetes, OpenStack, Java, Puppet, Chef, Maven, OpenJDK, REST APIs, Git
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Senior Back End Developer (TS/SCI)
San Antonio or Fort Meade
OnsiteFull Time
Def-Logix
Def-Logix: Provides cybersecurity and software engineering solutions for government agencies.
10+ YOESenior backend developer with TS/SCI clearance; 10+ yrs software development; 5+ yrs backend web development; Python & PostgreSQL; REST APIs; cloud (AWS/Kubernetes); DoD/DevSecOps experience.
Python, PostgreSQL, REST API, AWS, Kubernetes, RedHat Linux, Jira, Maven, BASH, Spring, Ansible, JUnit5, Nexus Repository
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Senior Lead Software Engineer, Backend (Remote-Eligible)
McLean or Remote
$209k-$239k/yr RemoteFull Time
Capital One
Capital OneNYSE: COF: Financial services offering credit cards, banking, and loans.
6+ YOEBachelor’s degree; 6+ years software engineering; 1+ year cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP).
Java, Python, SQL, Node.js, Go, Scala, RDBMS, NoSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, GCP, Azure
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Back-End Developer
McLean, Virginia, United States
$87k-$198k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Provides technology and management consulting services to diverse organizations.
5+ YOE5+ years software development; Java; Docker; TS/SCI clearance; Bachelor's degree.
Java, Docker, Kubernetes, Kotlin, Python
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Back-End Developer, Senior/Mid- JCC2-JCO
Lackland Air Force Base or Fort Meade
OnsiteFull Time
Semper Valens Solutions
Semper Valens Solutions: Provides systems engineering, software development, and technical support services.
7+ YOEBachelor's degree; 7-10 years in software development; backend web development; Python and PostgreSQL; RESTful API; DevSecOps; cloud experience.
Python, PostgreSQL, Jira, AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Java, OpenJDK, Ansible, Packer, Maven, REST API, Red Hat, SQL, CI/CD
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Back End Software Developer - Web (PHP). Full time.
McLean, Virginia, United States
$25-$65/hr RemoteFull Time, Part Time
USG SaaS
USG SaaS: Develops custom software and cloud systems for government organizations.
3+ YOEThree+ years Node.js experience; JavaScript, web stacks, Express.js, React.js; HTML5/CSS3; Redis; PostgreSQL; Docker/Kubernetes; Bash/Python; strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Node.js, Express.js, React.js, HTML5, CSS3, Redis, PostgreSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, Bash, Python
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Backend / Cloud Infrastructure Engineer - Washington D.C
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$104k-$156k/yr HybridFull Time
M.C. Dean
M.C. Dean: Designs and builds cyber-physical systems for mission-critical facilities.
5+ YOEBackend/cloud infrastructure focus with 5+ years in software architecture and enterprise app development; Python experience; GCP expertise; SQL/BigQuery; IoT data pipelines; containerization and CI/CD; security practices.
Google Cloud Platform, PostgreSQL, BigQuery, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Python, Pub/Sub
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Backend Developer (St. Louis, MO / Springfield, VA)
Alexandria or Springfield or St. Louis
$75k-$200k/yr OnsiteFull Time
geocgi
geocgi: Providing specialized geospatial information systems (GIS) and IT services.
3+ YOEBackend service/API development, REST APIs, cloud/on-prem deployments, containerization, and security for geospatial platforms.
Python, JavaScript, Node.js, Java, Docker, Kubernetes, ArcGIS Enterprise, REST APIs, CI/CD, Scripting, Infrastructure as Code
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Senior Software Engineer - Backend
Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States
$200k-$250k/yr HybridFull Time
Boeing Intelligence & Analytics
Boeing Intelligence & AnalyticsNYSE: BA: Delivers intelligence, analytics, and cyber solutions for national security.
20+ YOESenior backend software engineer with leadership, design, and coding responsibilities; TS/SCI with polygraph preferred; 20+ years of experience; Bachelor's degree.
AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, HAProxy, Nginx, Elastic Stack, Git, Java, C++, Python, Postgres, SQL, Jira, Confluence
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Senior Software Engineer - Backend
Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States
$200k-$250k/yr HybridFull Time
Boeing Intelligence & Analytics
Boeing Intelligence & AnalyticsNYSE: BA: Provides intelligence analytics and cyber solutions for national security.
20+ YOEBachelor's in engineering or computer science and 20+ years of related experience; active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph; strong backend software development skills; Agile experience; AWS familiarity.
Git, Java, C++, Python, PostgreSQL, SQL, Jira, Confluence, Docker, Kubernetes, HAProxy, Nginx, Elastic Stack
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Software Development Engineer II- Back End
Vienna, Virginia, United States
$97k-$162k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Esri
Esri: Developing software for digital mapping and spatial data analysis.
2+ YOE2+ years backend software engineering; Python/Node/Java; REST APIs; ArcGIS Enterprise; containers (Docker/Kubernetes); security clearance; BS in CS/Math/GIS/STEM
Python, JavaScript/Node.js, Java, Docker, Kubernetes, ArcGIS Enterprise, REST APIs, Geoprocessing
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Back End Developer/Engineer (MBI Clearance)
Columbia, Maryland, United States
$120k-$140k/yr HybridMultiple Commitments Available
iCallidus
iCallidus: Provides information technology and cybersecurity services to federal agencies.
7+ YOE7+ years back-end development; proficient in Java, Python, .NET, Node.js; REST/microservices; databases; cloud platforms; secure coding; MB I clearance preferred.
Java, Python, NET, Node.js, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, SQL Server, REST, Microservices, AWS, Azure, GCP, OWASP
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Software Engineer III - Back End (Remote)
McLean, Virginia, United States
$120k-$132k/yr RemoteFull Time
Ad Hoc
Ad Hoc: Providing user-centered digital services to federal government agencies.
5+ YOE5+ years engineering experience; backend web development; RESTful APIs; open source stack; Git; SQL/NoSQL databases; Agile; TDD.
Ruby, Python, Django, Rails, REST, Git, GitHub, Elasticsearch, Solr, SQL, NoSQL
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Senior Software Engineer / Back-End Developer
Arlington or Woburn
$134k-$184k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Systems & Technology Research
Systems & Technology Research: Develops advanced technology for national security and defense applications.
5+ YOE5+ years of enterprise back-end software experience; active Secret security clearance with Top Secret eligibility; degree in software engineering, computer engineering, or computer science; mobile OS knowledge; OO programming, Linux, and shell scripting; design of platform components.
Linux, Shell scripting, CUDA, AWS, Python, Java, C++, Machine Learning, ETL, Geospatial, SQL
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Senior Software Engineer (Backend) - Remote
Reston or United States
$99k-$168k/yr RemoteFull Time
ICF
ICFNASDAQ: ICFI: Provides strategic consulting and technology services to global organizations.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree; 5+ years software development; ability to obtain Federal Public Trust; US residence and work authorization; three of last five years in US.
TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, SQL, NestJS, RESTful API, ETL, S3, Docker, TypeORM, JWT, AWS, Apache Spark, PySpark, Pandas, NumPy, Vitest, Jest, pytest, Confluence, JIRA, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Aurora MySQL, Redshift, AWS CodeBuild, EMR Serverless, SSM, ESLint, Ruff
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Lead Software Engineer (Back-End)
Germantown, Maryland, United States
$120k-$170k/yr HybridFull Time
DataLab USA
DataLab USA: Provides database marketing and predictive analytics for direct marketers.
5+ YOE5+ years in software development (C#, .NET); lead development projects; 1+ year cloud (Azure/AWS/Snowflake); strong code reviews and mentoring.
C#, .NET, SQL, JavaScript, Azure, AWS, Snowflake, Python
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SOFTWARE ENGINEER - Back End/AWS - 7+ yrs of Experience (PARTIAL TELEWORK) - TS/SCI w/Poly clearance is required - BT
Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States
$160k-$165k/yr HybridFull Time
Halogen Engineering Group
Halogen Engineering Group: Provides specialized engineering, cybersecurity, and program management services.
7+ YOE7+ years of software engineering experience with back-end/AWS, Agile, QA, and documentation credentials.
AWS, Git, Java, C++, Python, PostgreSQL, SQL, Jira, Confluence
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Back End Developer (7+ Yrs and Clearance Required) – San Antonio, TX
San Antonio or Fort Meade
HybridFull Time
CNF Technologies
CNF Technologies: Cybersecurity firm providing R&D and engineering for defense clients.
7+ YOE7 years of software development experience; AWS, Kubernetes, RESTful APIs; Jenkins/GitLab; TS/SCI clearance; US citizen.
AWS, Kubernetes, Red Hat Linux, Jenkins, GitLab, Docker, OpenJDK, Ansible, Packer, Maven, Java, Python, PostgreSQL, RDS, Exodus, Luna
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Sr. Python Engineer, Agentic AI
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$168k-$252k/yr HybridFull Time
Comcast
ComcastNASDAQ: CMCSA: Provides global telecommunications, media content, and entertainment services.
7+ YOESenior backend engineer with Python experience, AI/agentic workflows, scalable systems, observability, and mentorship.
Python, FastAPI, Asyncio, LLMs, APIs, Microservices, Distributed Systems
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Modeling and Simulation HPC Back End Software Developer
Frederick, Maryland, United States
$94k-$198k/yr OnsiteFull Time
CACI
CACINYSE: CACI: Provides technology and expertise for national security and government missions.
5+ YOETS/SCI with polygraph; BS in Computer Science, Modeling and Simulations or related field; 5+ years’ experience; Python, C Shell, Slurm; Unix/HPC experience; strong communication; ability to brief senior leaders.
Python, C Shell, Slurm, UNIX, High-Performance Computing
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Software Engineer
Fort Meade, Maryland, United States
OnsiteFull Time
ManTech
ManTech: Provides technology solutions for defense and intelligence agencies.
20+ YOESoftware Engineer with TS/SCI clearance,/Bachelors in CS, 20+ years of software engineering experience; Python backend; cloud experience preferred.
Python, Cloud platforms
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Software Engineer
Fort Meade, Maryland, United States
$210k-$230k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Markon
Markon: Provides professional services and management consulting for government agencies.
20+ YOEActive TS/SCI with poly; BS in Computer Science or related field and 20+ years of software engineering experience (or equivalent). Expert Python backend, scalable systems, strong SDLC.
Python
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Software Engineer
Chantilly, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
M1 Technology
M1 Technology: Developing mission-critical technology for the U.S. intelligence community.
Full stack software engineer with React/Angular/Vue or backend Java/Python, microservices, AWS, SQL and NoSQL, REST APIs; TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
React, TypeScript, React Query, AWS, Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, API Gateway, PostgreSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB, MongoDB, RESTful APIs, NestJS, NodeJS, Camunda, Flowable, n8n.io, JIRA, Confluence, DevOps, CI/CD
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Software Engineer
Chantilly, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Ardent Principles
Ardent Principles: Provides specialized technology and program management services to government agencies.
Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph; onsite in Chantilly, VA; backend software development with Java, Python, RESTful APIs; AWS; Linux (CentOS); Solr/Elastic; SPARC/PySpark; middleware and backend design.
Java, Python, JavaScript, Bash, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, Linux (CentOS), AWS, Solr, Elastic, SPARC, PySpark, JIRA, GITHUB
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Software Development Engineer, Senior
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$69k-$158k/yr HybridFull Time
Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Consulting and technology services for government and commercial clients
3+ YOE3+ years production software, cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), Docker, backend frameworks, Python, CI/CD, and public trust eligibility.
Azure, AWS, GCP, Docker, Python, CI/CD, Backend frameworks
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Software Developer
Hanover, Maryland, United States
OnsiteFull Time
VTG
VTG: Provides force modernization and digital transformation for defense agencies.
7+ YOEMid-level software engineer with TS/SCI with poly, 7+ years of experience, backend focus, and experience with CI/CD (GitLab).
Docker, Kubernetes, GitLab, Java, C++, JavaScript, Python
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Software Engineer - Frontend
Reston, Virginia, United States
$91k-$142k/yr HybridFull Time
Noblis
Noblis: Provides science and technology solutions for government missions.
3+ YOEFront-end software engineer with Angular or React, Python backend, TS/SCI clearance, US citizenship.
React, Angular, Python, AWS, Git, CI/CD, REST API
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Lead Software Engineer
Arlington, Virginia, United States
$161k-$266k/yr HybridFull Time
Mastercard
MastercardNYSE: MA: Global payment technology providing transaction processing services.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; senior/lead software engineering experience; strong backend with Java (preferred) or C#/Python; experience with data platforms and AWS.
Java, Python, Databricks, Airflow, Snowflake, Aws, Jenkins, Splunk
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Software Engineer Level 4
Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Base-2 Solutions
Base-2 Solutions: Delivers engineering and technology services for national security.
Backend developer with data engineering and API development; Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch; TS/SCI with CI Poly.
Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch
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Software Engineer
Needham or Arlington
$90k-$110k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Federated Wireless
Federated Wireless: Provides shared spectrum solutions for 4G and 5G networks.
BS or MS in CS; proficient in Python/Java; MongoDB/PostgreSQL; frontend and backend development; AI/ML frameworks; AWS; MLOps; strong communication; adaptable; agile environment.
Python, Java, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, JavaScript, React, Redux, HTML5, CSS/SASS, AWS, EC2, S3, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn, OpenAI APIs, CI/CD, MLOps

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