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Backend Engineer Jobs in Washington D.C.

Find Backend Engineer Jobs in the Washington, D.C., Area

Backend Engineers are tasked with building the server-side of a web application. These specialists are sometimes referred to as backend developers and usually have years of experience, as well as a bachelor's or higher in computer science. Backend Engineers are familiar with programming languages like Java, C++, Ruby, Node.js and Python. They may collaborate in a team with frontend developers in order to make sure everything is running smoothly. These specialists are experienced with CMS, APIs and cloud-computing integrations. They will write code that effectively communicates the database information to the browser. Backend Engineers have knowledge of web server technology like Apache and Nginx. They also understand frameworks like Express.js, as well as version control and security compliances.

Living and Working in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C., features booming education and tourism sectors. This city is home to lobbying groups, as well as national trade unions. Being the nation's capital, Washington, D.C., has an economy that's highly built on government. It's host to international organizations like the World Bank and foreign embassies.

Washington, D.C., is a popular tourist destination. This city has a lot of historic places to explore, including monuments and museums. All three branches of the federal government is located in Washington, D.C. The White House and the Capitol are just some of the iconic sites residents and travelers to the area come to visit. It's also simple to get around in this city through the use of public transportation and Uber.

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Based on real Hired interview data, Backend Engineers in Washington D.C. earn an average annual salary of
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$143,515
The salaries of candidates in this role range from a low of $70,000 to a high of $200,000, with a median salary of $145,000.

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DevOps Infrastructure Engineer/ Cloud/ Manassas, VA
DevOps Infrastructure Engineer/ Cloud/ Manassas, VA
Description:Lockheed Martin C6ISR is looking for a highly motivated DevOps engineers to support the architecture, development, and testing of a next-gen system that enables to rapidly field new cap...
DevOps Infrastructure Engineer/ Cloud/ Manassas, VA
DevOps Infrastructure Engineer/ Cloud/ Manassas, VA
Description:Lockheed Martin C6ISR is looking for a highly motivated DevOps engineers to support the architecture, development, and testing of a next-gen system that enables to rapidly field new cap...
.Net Developer
.Net Developer
Company Overview<br><br>For 30 years, clients in the private and public sectors have relied upon SOS International LLC (SOSi) for critical operations in the world's most challenging environments. S...
.Net Developer
.Net Developer
Company Overview<br><br>For 30 years, clients in the private and public sectors have relied upon SOS International LLC (SOSi) for critical operations in the world's most challenging environments. S...
C4I Systems Engineer
C4I Systems Engineer
C4I Systems Engineer<br><br>Key Role:<br><br>Support the Navy with system design, integration, and fleet alterations required for the installation of advanced C4I electronic systems with an emphasi...
C4I Systems Engineer
C4I Systems Engineer
C4I Systems Engineer<br><br>Key Role:<br><br>Support the Navy with system design, integration, and fleet alterations required for the installation of advanced C4I electronic systems with an emphasi...
.NET Developer
.NET Developer
.NET Developer<br><br>The Challenge:<br><br>Are you looking for an opportunity to not just develop software, but to build a system that will help to make a law enforcement agency's internal busines...
.NET Developer
.NET Developer
.NET Developer<br><br>The Challenge:<br><br>Are you looking for an opportunity to not just develop software, but to build a system that will help to make a law enforcement agency's internal busines...
Systems Engineer, Senior
Systems Engineer, Senior
Systems Engineer, Senior<br><br>The Challenge:<br><br>Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in veterans' access to healthca...
Systems Engineer, Senior
Systems Engineer, Senior
Systems Engineer, Senior<br><br>The Challenge:<br><br>Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in veterans' access to healthca...
Network/Systems Engineer 3 (ESE Telecom Network Engineer)
Network/Systems Engineer 3 (ESE Telecom Network Engineer)
Job Description<br><br>We are seeking a qualified candidate to work with the Veterans Administration's Enterprise System Engineering/Capacity Management for Telecommunications team. The selected in...
Network/Systems Engineer 3 (ESE Telecom Network Engineer)
Network/Systems Engineer 3 (ESE Telecom Network Engineer)
Job Description<br><br>We are seeking a qualified candidate to work with the Veterans Administration's Enterprise System Engineering/Capacity Management for Telecommunications team. The selected in...
Integration Engineer, Senior
Integration Engineer, Senior
Integration Engineer, Senior<br><br>Key Role:<br><br>Analyze the creation of strategies and plans for the integration of multiple IT systems and subsystems into an operational unit, including ensur...
Integration Engineer, Senior
Integration Engineer, Senior
Integration Engineer, Senior<br><br>Key Role:<br><br>Analyze the creation of strategies and plans for the integration of multiple IT systems and subsystems into an operational unit, including ensur...
Sr .Net Developer
Sr .Net Developer
Overview<br><br>LMI, a government consulting firm located in Tysons, VA is seeking a Senior .NET/SQL Developer to lead a small development team through design and development of custom .NET solutio...
Sr .Net Developer
Sr .Net Developer
Overview<br><br>LMI, a government consulting firm located in Tysons, VA is seeking a Senior .NET/SQL Developer to lead a small development team through design and development of custom .NET solutio...
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Job Description<br><br>Contract: I2TS 3<br><br>Software /Web Developer INSCOM Web Page/.Net Development<br><br>GENERAL SUMMARY:<br><br>GDIT is seeking candidates to support the US Army Intelligence...
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Job Description<br><br>Contract: I2TS 3<br><br>Software /Web Developer INSCOM Web Page/.Net Development<br><br>GENERAL SUMMARY:<br><br>GDIT is seeking candidates to support the US Army Intelligence...
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Job Description<br><br>Contract: I2TS 3<br><br>Software /Web Developer INSCOM Web Page/.Net Development<br><br>GENERAL SUMMARY:<br><br>GDIT is seeking candidates to support the US Army Intelligence...
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Job Description<br><br>Contract: I2TS 3<br><br>Software /Web Developer INSCOM Web Page/.Net Development<br><br>GENERAL SUMMARY:<br><br>GDIT is seeking candidates to support the US Army Intelligence...
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Job Description<br><br>Contract: I2TS 3<br><br>Software /Web Developer INSCOM Web Page/.Net Development<br><br>GENERAL SUMMARY:<br><br>GDIT is seeking candidates to support the US Army Intelligence...
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Job Description<br><br>Contract: I2TS 3<br><br>Software /Web Developer INSCOM Web Page/.Net Development<br><br>GENERAL SUMMARY:<br><br>GDIT is seeking candidates to support the US Army Intelligence...
Lead Systems Engineer (C4ISR/C5ISR) - 28292
Lead Systems Engineer (C4ISR/C5ISR) - 28292
Job Description<br><br>Responsibilities/Qualification<br><br>In support of PMS377 LHA Program, the Lead Systems Engineer provides systems engineering support and technical expertise for C4ISR/C5ISR...
Lead Systems Engineer (C4ISR/C5ISR) - 28292
Lead Systems Engineer (C4ISR/C5ISR) - 28292
Job Description<br><br>Responsibilities/Qualification<br><br>In support of PMS377 LHA Program, the Lead Systems Engineer provides systems engineering support and technical expertise for C4ISR/C5ISR...
Systems Engineer, Assoc - (319)
Systems Engineer, Assoc - (319)
Technica Corporation is seeking a highly motivated, entry level, self-directed System Engineer who will fully define customer requirements and design engineering solutions in accordance with the De...
Systems Engineer, Assoc - (319)
Systems Engineer, Assoc - (319)
Technica Corporation is seeking a highly motivated, entry level, self-directed System Engineer who will fully define customer requirements and design engineering solutions in accordance with the De...
Junior .NET Developer
Junior .NET Developer
Overview<br><br>Medical Science & Computing (MSC) is an exciting growth oriented company, dedicated to providing mission critical scientific and technical services to the Federal Government. We hav...
Junior .NET Developer
Junior .NET Developer
Overview<br><br>Medical Science & Computing (MSC) is an exciting growth oriented company, dedicated to providing mission critical scientific and technical services to the Federal Government. We hav...
Officer, Systems Engineering (Windows Infrastructure)
Officer, Systems Engineering (Windows Infrastructure)
Overview<br><br>The Pew Charitable Trusts uses data to make a difference. For more than 70 years, we have focused on serving the public, invigorating civic life, conducting nonpartisan research, ad...
Officer, Systems Engineering (Windows Infrastructure)
Officer, Systems Engineering (Windows Infrastructure)
Overview<br><br>The Pew Charitable Trusts uses data to make a difference. For more than 70 years, we have focused on serving the public, invigorating civic life, conducting nonpartisan research, ad...
Systems Engineer
Systems Engineer
Systems Engineer<br><br>The Challenge:<br><br>Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in veterans' access to healthcare? You ...
Systems Engineer
Systems Engineer
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Senior Systems Engineer
Senior Systems Engineer
Overview:<br><br>Every day at Perspecta, we enable hundreds of thousands of people to take on our nation's most important work. We're a company founded on a diverse set of capabilities and skills, ...
Senior Systems Engineer
Senior Systems Engineer
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SAP Systems Architect
SAP Systems Architect
Introduction:<br><br>Job Title: SAP Systems Architect<br><br>Location: Arlington, VA (Crystal City, VA)<br><br>Security Clearance: Secret Clearance<br><br>Overview / Job Responsibilities:<br><br>US...
SAP Systems Architect
SAP Systems Architect
Introduction:<br><br>Job Title: SAP Systems Architect<br><br>Location: Arlington, VA (Crystal City, VA)<br><br>Security Clearance: Secret Clearance<br><br>Overview / Job Responsibilities:<br><br>US...
Integration Engineer, Senior
Integration Engineer, Senior
Integration Engineer, Senior<br><br>Key Role:<br><br>Analyze the creation of strategies and plans for the integration of multiple IT systems and subsystems into an operational unit, including ensur...
Integration Engineer, Senior
Integration Engineer, Senior
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Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Job Description<br><br>Contract: I2TS 3<br><br>Software / Web Developer INSCOM Web Page/.Net Development<br><br>GENERAL SUMMARY:<br><br>GDIT is seeking candidates to support the US Army Intelligenc...
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Job Description<br><br>Contract: I2TS 3<br><br>Software / Web Developer INSCOM Web Page/.Net Development<br><br>GENERAL SUMMARY:<br><br>GDIT is seeking candidates to support the US Army Intelligenc...
Web Developer
Web Developer
I. JOB OVERVIEW<br><br>Job Description Summary:<br><br>Working directly with the nation's science and policy leaders, it's no surprise that GW often stands at the leading edge of discovery. As the ...
Web Developer
Web Developer
I. JOB OVERVIEW<br><br>Job Description Summary:<br><br>Working directly with the nation's science and policy leaders, it's no surprise that GW often stands at the leading edge of discovery. As the ...
Integration Engineer, Senior
Integration Engineer, Senior
Integration Engineer, Senior<br><br>Key Role:<br><br>Analyze the creation of strategies and plans for the integration of multiple IT systems and subsystems into an operational unit, including ensur...
Integration Engineer, Senior
Integration Engineer, Senior
Integration Engineer, Senior<br><br>Key Role:<br><br>Analyze the creation of strategies and plans for the integration of multiple IT systems and subsystems into an operational unit, including ensur...
Java Software Developer
Java Software Developer
Overview<br><br>Medical Science & Computing (MSC) is an exciting growth oriented company, dedicated to providing mission critical scientific and technical services to the Federal Government. We hav...
Java Software Developer
Java Software Developer
Overview<br><br>Medical Science & Computing (MSC) is an exciting growth oriented company, dedicated to providing mission critical scientific and technical services to the Federal Government. We hav...
Java/JEE Developer (Journeymen)
Java/JEE Developer (Journeymen)
Job Description<br><br>We are currently seeking a motivated, career and customer oriented Java Developer (Journeymen) to join our team in Kingstowne, VA to begin an exciting and challenging career ...
Java/JEE Developer (Journeymen)
Java/JEE Developer (Journeymen)
Job Description<br><br>We are currently seeking a motivated, career and customer oriented Java Developer (Journeymen) to join our team in Kingstowne, VA to begin an exciting and challenging career ...
Java Developer
Java Developer
Job Description<br><br>As a leading provider of Information Technology, Training and Engineering services worldwide, our people play a critical role in helping our customers make better decisions w...
Java Developer
Java Developer
Job Description<br><br>As a leading provider of Information Technology, Training and Engineering services worldwide, our people play a critical role in helping our customers make better decisions w...
Infrastructure Engineer
Infrastructure Engineer
Infrastructure Engineer<br><br>Key Role:<br><br>Analyze the design and development of modern server and virtualization infrastructure, including network, compute, and storage. Analyze the "as-is" s...
Infrastructure Engineer
Infrastructure Engineer
Infrastructure Engineer<br><br>Key Role:<br><br>Analyze the design and development of modern server and virtualization infrastructure, including network, compute, and storage. Analyze the "as-is" s...
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Job Description<br><br>Contract: I2TS 3<br><br>Software /Web Developer INSCOM Web Page/.Net Development<br><br>GENERAL SUMMARY:<br><br>GDIT is seeking candidates to support the US Army Intelligence...
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Sr. Web Developer - TS/SCI required
Job Description<br><br>Contract: I2TS 3<br><br>Software /Web Developer INSCOM Web Page/.Net Development<br><br>GENERAL SUMMARY:<br><br>GDIT is seeking candidates to support the US Army Intelligence...
Web Application Developer
Web Application Developer
* Design, Develop, and Test Software applications built with ASP.NET, C#, MS SQL SERVER and front end frameworks such as Knockout JS or Angular JS.<br>* Production Support for Software applications...
Web Application Developer
Web Application Developer
* Design, Develop, and Test Software applications built with ASP.NET, C#, MS SQL SERVER and front end frameworks such as Knockout JS or Angular JS.<br>* Production Support for Software applications...
Senior System Admin/Network Engineer
Senior System Admin/Network Engineer
ActioNet has an immediate opportunity for aSenior System Admin/Network Engineer located in Washington, DC. ActioNet is an IT service provider and solutions integrator headquartered in Vienna, VA th...
Senior System Admin/Network Engineer
Senior System Admin/Network Engineer
ActioNet has an immediate opportunity for aSenior System Admin/Network Engineer located in Washington, DC. ActioNet is an IT service provider and solutions integrator headquartered in Vienna, VA th...
Systems Engineer
Systems Engineer
Please review the job details below.<br><br>Maxar Technologies, formerly Radiant Solutions, is searching for a motivated Systems Engineer with agile application development, testing, deployment, an...
Systems Engineer
Systems Engineer
Please review the job details below.<br><br>Maxar Technologies, formerly Radiant Solutions, is searching for a motivated Systems Engineer with agile application development, testing, deployment, an...

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Top Skills for Backend Engineers

  1. PHP
  2. .NET
  3. Java
  4. C++
  5. C