Back-End Engineer, Lead

Company: Booz Allen Hamilton
Location: Mc Lean
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Back-End Engineer, Lead The Opportunity: As a back-end developer, you know that a good site or system needs the right combination of clean code, APIs, analytics, and infrastructure to develop a user-focused solution. We’re looking for a seasoned back-end developer with the sof tware engineering skills it takes to identify potential risks, contribute to solution development, and create efficient and effective systems for our clients. As a lead back-end developer at Booz Allen, you’ll oversee a team as they use the latest architectural approaches and open-source frameworks and tools to deliver solutions. Using your sof tware engineering expertise, you’ll lead the development team to create custom tools, systems, and sites with consistent performance and scalability. In this role, you’ll make a mission-forward impact as you expand your skillset and career. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizen ship is required . Work with us as we shape systems for the better. Join us. The world can’t wait. You Have: 8 years of experience with cloud and software development 4 years of experience in database development with PostgreSQL or AWS RDS Aurora PostgreSQL 4 years of experience in DevOps, including infrastructure as code, CDK and Docker 3 years of experience with full-stack sof tware development, including with Java, Spring Boot, and API Knowledge of Cloud development, migration, and implementation Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements Bachelor's degree Vetting: Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client . Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Identity Statement As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Candidate AI Usage Policy AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided . Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings. Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility. Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility. Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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