Backend Developer

Piper Companies is currently hiring a Backend Developer for a major tech organization based in Morrisville, NC. This is a long-term contract role that requires working on-site two days per week. The position focuses on building and maintaining scalable backend systems that support the company’s core products and services.

Responsibilities of the Backend Developer:

• Develop and maintain backend services using languages such as Java, Python, C, C++, and Go
• Design secure and high-performance APIs and microservices
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines and automate infrastructure
• Troubleshoot and implement networking protocols for distributed systems
• Strengthen backend systems to meet security and compliance standards

Qualifications of the Backend Developer:

• Has 5+ years of experience in backend development within production environments
• Proficient in at least three programming languages from Java, Python, C, C++, or Go
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals like TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, and load balancing
• Hands-on experience with DevOps tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, and GitLab CI
• Knowledgeable in security best practices including OWASP, encryption, authentication, and authorization
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure

Compensation & Benefits of the Backend Developer:

• Hourly rate: $45.00 – $55.00
• Benefits include: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holidays, and Sick Leave (as required by law)

Keywords: backend development, software engineer, full stack engineer, python, C++, C, Go, API, microservices, DevOps, networking protcols, java, docker, kubernetes, terraform, jenkins, GifLab CI, cloud, AWS, Azure, GCP, TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, load balancing

Applications for this role open 10/24 and will be accepted for at least the next 30 days.

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