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Software Developer (backend)

Ennoble First
Alexandria, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2026
Software Engineer
Location: Alexandria, VA
Clearance Required: TS/SCI
Employment Type: Full-Time Regular
Shift: Day
Travel: No
Relocation Assistance: No
We are Ennoble First—the people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work has meaning and impact on the world around us, but also on us, and that's important. Ennoble First is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day. We think. We act. We deliver. There is no challenge we can't turn into an opportunity.
As a back-end developer, you understand that effective systems rely on the right blend of clean code, well-designed APIs, reliable analytics, and scalable infrastructure. We’re seeking a developer with strong software engineering fundamentals who can help spot risks early, support solution design, and build efficient, resilient back-end capabilities for our clients.
At Ennoble First, you’ll leverage modern architectures, open-source frameworks, and industry best practices to deliver mission-aligned solutions. Collaborating closely with a seasoned development team, applying and expanding your technical expertise as you build custom tools, services, and platforms that perform consistently and scale with demand.
In this role, you’ll drive meaningful mission impact while continuing to advance your craft and career. Work with us as we shape systems for the better.
Basic Qualifications:
Candidates Must Have:
  • Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) Certification
  • HS diploma or GED and 7 years of experience as a Software Engineer, or Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience as a Software Engineer
  • TS/SCI clearance
It is Nice if Candidates Have:
  • Experience with programming languages such as Ruby, Python, C#, Java, or PowerShell
  • Experience working on multiple OS platforms, including Linux and Windows
  • Experience with the Windows Computing Environment (CE)
  • Linux and/or Windows CE Certification
  • DoD Approved 8570 – Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II Certification such as CCNA Security, CySA , GICSP, GSEC, Security CE, CND, or SSCP Certification, or higher level IAT Certification

Ennoble First is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Additional Information:
  • E-Verify: Ennoble First participates in E-Verify. Learn more at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer: EEO is the Law | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination.

Salary Range:
$95,000–$135,000
The Ennoble First pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Ennoble First is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Ennoble First participates in E-Verify.

Salary : $95,000 - $135,000

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