{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f98710bb35fdceb917fae1cd","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f98710bb35fdceb917fae1cd","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f98710bb35fdceb917fae1cd","title":"Senior Software Engineer (Data Backend)","description":"Job Description\n\nSteerBridge is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission‑focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector.Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial‑grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success.At the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem‑solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don’t simply hire exceptional talent;we cultivate it , creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.\r\nPosition Overview\r\nWe're looking for aSenior Software Engineerto design, build, and maintain the backend systems powering our data platform. This role combines deep technical craftsmanship with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives — you'll write production-grade code, make architectural decisions, and coordinate with stakeholders across engineering, data science, and product to deliver reliable, scalable data infrastructure.\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nDesign, develop, and maintain backend services and data pipelines that support analytics, reporting, and downstream applicationsWrite clean, well-tested, maintainable Python and SQL code and contribute to the evolution of our engineering standards and best practicesArchitect data storage, processing, and integration solutions that scale with business needsLead technical design discussions and make sound trade-offs between performance, cost, maintainability, and delivery speedPartner with data scientists, analysts, product managers, and other engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical solutionsOwn project timelines and deliverables for cross-functional initiatives, coordinating dependencies across teamsConduct code reviews and mentor junior and mid-level engineersTroubleshoot and resolve production issues, including performance bottlenecks and data quality problemsContribute to technical documentation and knowledge-sharing across the organizationEvaluate and recommend new tools, frameworks, and approaches to improve the team's data infrastructureRequired Qualifications\r\nU.S. Citizenship required.Technical Skills\r\nStrong foundation in computer science fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, distributed systems, and software design principlesExpert-level Python programming skills, with experience building production backend systemsSolid understanding of relational databases and SQL; experience with cloud data warehouses (e.g. Redshift) a plusExperience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform)Familiarity with data processing frameworks (e.g., Spark, Pandas) and workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow)Strong understanding of API design, microservices architecture, and system integrationProficiency with version control (Git) and CI/CD practicesProject & Cross-Functional Skills\r\nDemonstrated experience leading or coordinating projects across multiple teams or stakeholdersStrong project management instincts: scoping work, setting timelines, managing risk, and communicating status clearlyExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiencesComfortable working independently and driving initiatives forward with minimal oversightExperience balancing competing priorities and stakeholder needs in a fast-paced environmentExperience & Education\r\n6+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a focus on backend or data systemsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)Experience mentoring other engineers and contributing to team technical direction is a plusBenefitsHealth insurance\r\nDental insurance\r\nVision insurance\r\nLife Insurance\r\n401(k) Retirement Plan with matching\r\nPaid Time Off\r\nPaid Federal Holidays\r\nSalary is commensurate with experienceSteerBridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants and employees are treated with respect and dignity—regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require assistance during the application process, we encourage you to reach out so we can support your needs.If you would like information about how your application is processed, please contact us.","company":"Steerbridge","rawCompany":"steerbridge","city":"Vienna","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-09-08T01:27:40.356Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1243.01","title":"Data Warehousing Specialists","slug":"data-warehousing-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Senior Software Engineer (Data Backend)","description":"Job Description\n\nSteerBridge is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission‑focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector.Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial‑grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success.At the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem‑solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. 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