ManTech is seeking a skilled Backend Developer to join their team in Columbia, MD. This role focuses on developing and deploying backend services for secure, mission-driven applications. The successful candidate will contribute to enhancing system reliability, performance, and authorization within a secure enterprise environment. This position is within the Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS) organization, supporting foundational Enterprise Information Technology (EIT) capabilities. Collaboration with customers, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and vendors will be essential for advancing EIT capabilities across Data Center & Compute Services.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain backend service components in a fast-paced development environment
- Help maintain system inventories and documentation across the lifecycle to support compliance
- Integrate service mesh technologies like Istio to manage traffic flow and security
- Utilize Kafka for data streaming and event-driven architecture
- Use Flux, Kubectl, and Kustomize to implement GitOps-based Kubernetes deployments
- Leverage Docker for containerization and Maven for build automation
- Collaborate with teams using Jira and Confluence for requirements, tracking, and documentation
- Conduct development and analysis in Linux environments using Python and IntelliJ IDEA (IDE)
- Participate in Secure the Enterprise (STE) and Secure the Network (STN) activities
- Review Xacta notices and complete SEAR audit log records
- Address POAMs (Plan of Action and Milestones) related to IAVA findings
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates should possess a strong foundation in backend development and system compliance, demonstrated by:
- Bachelor’s degree with twelve (12) years of technical experience
- OR Associate’s degree with fifteen (15) years of technical experience
- OR High School Diploma/GED with twenty (20) years of technical experience
Preferred Qualifications
The following experience will be advantageous:
- Experience managing service meshes and Kubernetes clusters with Istio and Rancher
- Proficiency in Redis, Kafka, Docker, Maven, and GitOps workflows using Flux
- Familiarity with Kubectl, Kustomize, and Linux-based development
- Experience using Jira, Confluence, and IntelliJ IDEA
- Python scripting skills, including notebook-based data analysis
- Familiarity with Gatekeeper, Xacta, SEAR, LatteArt, STE/STN activities, and POAM management
Clearance Requirements
- Must have a current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
- Occasionally moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
- Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, including delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.