[Remote] Backend / API Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. They are currently seeking a Backend / API Engineer to design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable backend services and APIs that support the modernization of Navy radiation exposure management. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to implement robust backend modules and ensure compliance with cybersecurity and operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and RESTful APIs for client modules, including dosimeter ingestion, inventory, and exposure tracking
• Implement secure data pipelines and microservices that integrate with AWS GovCloud, Greengrass IoT gateways, and enterprise systems
• Ensure all backend components comply with DoD IL4, FedRAMP, RMF, and cybersecurity requirements
• Collaborate with product owners, solution architects, and frontend engineers to define API contracts and support end-to-end system integration
• Support the migration of legacy data and services into the modernized platform, ensuring data integrity and auditability
• Implement and maintain automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices for backend codebases
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for backend services, APIs, and integration points
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance backend performance, scalability, and reliability to meet operational requirements
• Participate in code reviews, security assessments, and compliance audits as required by contract and SOW
• Provide technical support for user acceptance testing, deployment, and ongoing operations of backend services

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as engineering or mathematics (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems)
• Minimum 3 years of experience with software engineering
• Minimum 1 year of experience with applying programming concepts in a professional or academic setting
• Minimum 1 year of experience with applying modern software development methodologies (e.g., agile, DEVOPS/DEVSECOPS) in a professional or academic setting
• US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
• Experience developing backend services and APIs for cloud-based, IoT-enabled, or regulated federal systems
• Agile Developer certification or Certified Scrum Developer certification
• Proficiency in Python, Java, or similar languages used for backend and API development
• Familiarity with AWS GovCloud, Greengrass, and secure data integration in DoD environments
• Experience implementing RBAC, organizational hierarchy, and secure authentication/authorization mechanisms
• Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity, privacy, and RMF requirements for IL4/IL5 systems
• Experience with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices
• Strong documentation and communication skills, including the ability to produce technical specifications and API documentation
• Experience supporting data migration, legacy system integration, and operational troubleshooting in large-scale enterprise environments

Benefits

• Incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance
• Company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution
• Flexible spending or health savings account
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance
• Participation in a 401k program with company match
• Additional voluntary or legally-required benefits

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