Software Developer - Backend at LT Consulting (Chantilly, VA)
LT Consulting· Chantilly, VA·
Job description
LT Consulting, LLC is a technology consulting firm specializing in delivering IT solutions that support the mission needs of the Intelligence Community. We partner with government agencies to provide high-impact software development, system integration, and program management services built on a foundation of trust and technical excellence. With more than 20 years of technical experience and headquartered in Northern VA, LTC's vision is clear and enduring: connect mission-focused professionals to deliver meaningful outcomes for our government clients while building a rewarding and supportive home for our employees.
LT Consulting is seeking a Backend Web Developer with an active TS/SCI polygraph clearance to design and build secure, high-performance APIs and backend services supporting mission-focused applications. As a Backend Developer, you'll work across the full scope of backend services, developing scalable microservices, managing data persistence layers, and automating integration processes using cloud-native architectures.
Requirements:
- Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Demonstrated professional experience developing backend systems and APIs
- Proficiency with Java and Spring Boot, Node and Express, Python with Flask or Django, or similar backend stacks
- Experience designing and building RESTful APIs and integrating with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle)
- Familiarity with authentication and authorization standards such as OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect
- Experience with build automation tools and dependency management (Gradle, Maven, NPM, or Pip)
- Proficiency with Git and modern version control workflows (branching, merging, pull requests)
- Experience working in Agile environments using JIRA and Confluence
Preferred Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Experience with AWS cloud services (EC2, RDS, S3, SQS, Lambda, etc.)
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Experience implementing observability and monitoring using Prometheus, Grafana, or the ELK stack
- Experience optimizing backend performance and implementing caching (Redis, Memcached)
Why work at LT Consulting
- Culture: The company describes itself as "extraordinary people delivering exceptional technical services" and emphasizes a family-like, collaborative environment where "everyone’s opinions matter." ltconsultingllc.net
- Work-Life Balance: Employee reviews rate work-life balance at 4.6/5.0 (based on 3 reviews on LinkedIn). linkedin.com
- Location: Roles are primarily on-site in Reston, VA or Chantilly, VA (client sites). Remote/hybrid options are not explicitly advertised; given the nature of IC work, on-site presence is likely required.
- Perks: Competitive compensation (rated 4.1/5.0), strong culture (4.2), and career growth opportunities in a small company where you can work directly with senior leadership. linkedin.com
- Clearance Requirement: Most positions require an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph – ideal for cleared professionals seeking a more intimate team environment.