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This role will work closely with the product team, frontend developers, and external development partners.\nAs part of a lean, early-stage team, you will take ownership of backend development while also contributing to testing, deployment, documentation, security, and product improvement. This is the perfect opportunity for an individual who is hungry to move fast, have fun, and be a big part of creating an amazing technology platform from the ground-up.\nResponsibilities\nDesign, build, test, and maintain backend services, APIs, databases, and integrations.\nTranslate product requirements into practical, scalable technical solutions.\nDevelop integrations with AI services, authentication platforms, and third-party tools.\nWrite maintainable code and participate in peer code reviews.\nCreate and maintain automated unit and integration tests.\nSupport continuous integration, deployment, and production environments.\nMonitor system performance and resolve defects, security vulnerabilities, and technical debt.\nMaintain clear technical and operational documentation.\nApply secure development practices and help ensure systems meet SOC 2 security and compliance requirements.\nParticipate in testing, issue triage, and ongoing product improvement.\nQualifications\n7 years of professional backend software-development experience.\nExperience building and supporting production software applications.\nStrong experience with a backend language such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript.\nExperience designing and maintaining RESTful APIs and third-party integrations.\nStrong knowledge of relational databases, including schema design, querying, migrations, and performance.\nExperience with Git, code reviews, automated testing, and build automation.\nFamiliarity with continuous integration and deployment practices.\nExperience with AWS or another major cloud platform.\nWorking knowledge of Unix or Linux environments and container-based deployment.\nUnderstanding of, and experience with, application security, cloud security, data protection, and secure access controls.\nFamiliarity with SOC 2 requirements, including access management, change management, system monitoring, incident response, and audit documentation.\nStrong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.\nAbility to work independently and take ownership within a lean team.\nExperience with PostgreSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, serverless architecture, event-driven systems, AI integrations, or supporting a SOC 2 readiness or audit process is a plus.\nWe are looking for someone who takes pride in building reliable, secure products and is excited to have a meaningful impact on an early-stage company.\nPay: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\nHealth insurance\nPaid time off\nWork Location: Hybrid remote in Alexandria, VA 22308","company":"Riser","rawCompany":"riser","city":"Alexandria","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-11T16:08:42.657Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1254.00","title":"Web Developers","slug":"web-developers"},{"code":"15-1251.00","title":"Computer Programmers","slug":"computer-programmers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Backend Developer","description":"Riser’s goal is to enable every individual to be successful in their career. 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