Zachary Piper Solutions · 8 hours ago
Backend Engineer (CLEARED)
Denver, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$120K/yr - $180K/yr
3+ years expZachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Backend Engineer to support a next‑generation federal mission‑software program focused on modernizing cloud‑native operations. The role involves designing, building, and maintaining backend services, APIs, and cloud‑integrated capabilities that support mission‑critical federal operations.
GovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop backend services and APIs using Python in a production environment
Integrate AWS services including EC2, Lambda, ECS/EKS, S3, RDS, CloudWatch, and Fargate
Build and maintain GraphQL or REST interfaces for mission‑critical applications
Support AI/LLM integrations with platforms such as OpenAI, Anthropic, and AskSage
Implement scalable, secure, and cost‑efficient cloud architectures
Troubleshoot backend issues, optimize performance, and improve system reliability
Collaborate with frontend engineers, AI engineers, and product teams in an Agile environment
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps tooling, and infrastructure automation using Terraform or similar IaC tools
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent hands‑on experience)
3+ years of professional backend or full‑stack engineering experience
Strong proficiency in Python and API development (REST or GraphQL)
Experience with AWS services (Lambda, ECS/EKS, EC2, S3, RDS, CloudWatch)
Hands‑on experience with Docker and containerized applications
Familiarity with Kubernetes deployments (EKS preferred)
Experience with Terraform or other Infrastructure‑as‑Code tools
Strong Git workflow experience (GitHub/GitLab)
U.S. Person status and ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
Active Secret Security Clearance Required
Preferred
Experience integrating AI/LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, AskSage)
Background in cloud‑native distributed systems
Experience in startup or fast‑paced engineering environments
Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization skills
Benefits
Equity opportunities depending on program
Comprehensive benefits package including PTO, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and sick leave
Hybrid work flexibility depending on location
Company
Zachary Piper Solutions
Zachary Piper Solutions is an IT company providing government contracting solutions in support of the nation’s Intelligence Community.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$3M2018-02-22Series Unknown· $1.3M
2014-04-10Series Unknown· $1.7M
Leadership Team
Christopher Stroud
Partner Outreach & Engagements
Justin Jordan
Founder and Chairman
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