Backend Software Engineer – TS/SCI

Join Esri`s Professional Services team and develop the backend services, APIs, integrations, and data capabilities that power mission-critical geospatial solutions. You`ll work across Python, Java/Node.js, APIs, cloud and containerized environments while helping Defense and Intelligence customer solve complex technical problems.

Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Vienna, VA area for this position. 

• Backend services and REST APIs
• Python, Java and Node.js development
• Enterprise system integrations
• Data ingestion and processing workflows
• Cloud and containerized environments
• Docker and Kubernetes
• Secure software architectures
• ArcGIS Enterprise integrations
• Reliability, testing, monitoring, and observability

• 2+ years of professional backend software engineering experience
• Professional experience developing backend services using Python, JavaScript/Node,js and Java
• Experience designing and building REST APIs and service-based architectures
• Experience extending or integrating with ArcGIS Enterprise or similar enterprise geospatial platforms
• Familiarity with geoprocessing workflows, proxies and middleware services and automation of GIS or data processing tasks
• Experience working in containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes, or similar)
• Solid fundamentals in API design, software/system design, and testing and debugging distributed services
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• US citizenship with Active or Current (within 2 years of active) Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or STEM related field

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or Stem related field
• Esri certification
• CompTIA Security + certification
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
• Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools
• Exposure to DevSecOps practices and secure development pipelines
• Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise SDKs, automation frameworks, or platform extensions
• Experience building services for geospatial analysis, data pipelines, or map services
• Familiarity with enterprise authentication, proxies, and secure service architectures
• Experience with relational and spatial databases (PostgreSQL,PostGIS, SQL Server, and more)
• Exposure to event-driven architecture, batch processing, or distributed data workflows

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Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.