Backend Developer Jobs in Maryland, United States

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Backend Software Developer

Quevera

Annapolis Junction, MD, United States Full-time Hybrid $166,082 - $221,533

Quevera's Backend Software Development team builds secure backend solutions for critical national security missions. The role designs, develops, tests, and maintains backend applications while collaborating with engineers and stakeholders in an Agile environment.

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Backend Software Developer (Telework) (BT-2)

Legato

Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States Full-time Hybrid $190,000 - $225,000

Legato (Software Engineering) builds mission‑critical backend systems for government clients. The Backend Software Developer designs, develops, tests and maintains backend applications, creates test procedures, writes technical documentation and collaborates in Agile ceremonies.

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Backend Software Developer - AWS (HYBRID)

Quevera

Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States Full-time Hybrid $166,082 - $221,533

Quevera is seeking a highly skilled Backend Software Developer – AWS with an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph in Annapolis Junction, Maryland . This role requires backend software development experience supporting software testing, technical documentation, quality control, and development within an Agile environment using AWS and related development technologies.

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Principal Backend Software Engineer - HYBRID

Red Arch Solutions

Annapolis Junction, MD, United States Full-time $220,000 - $224,000

Principal Backend Software Engineer at Red Arch Solutions, a federal contractor focused on secure, high‑performance systems. The role leads design, implementation, and testing of backend services in Java, C++, or Python, ensuring code quality and documentation in an Agile environment.

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Mid-Level Backend Software Engineer

Leidos

Gaithersburg, MD Full-time $87,100 - $157,450 / year

Leidos is hiring a Mid-Level Backend Software Engineer to build and maintain core backend services for a high-visibility, data-driven analytics and reporting application used across the organization. Day-to-day work includes designing and developing backend components in Java or Python, building RESTful APIs, applying object-oriented design, writing SQL queries, collaborating on data source integration, and troubleshooting within Linux-based environments to support system reliability, performanc

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Senior Backend API Engineer

Quevera

Linthicum, Maryland, United States Full-time

Secure the Enterprise initiative at Quevera builds secure backend services for mission-critical programs. Senior Backend API Engineer designs, develops, tests, and deploys Python‑based RESTful APIs and microservices using Django and Flask, integrating MariaDB and MongoDB, and containerizing with Docker.

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Mid Level - Backend Software Engineer

ELEVI Associates

Laurel, Maryland, United States Full-time Hybrid $120,000 - $180,900 / year

Software Engineering team at ELEVI Associates builds and maintains backend systems for federal and commercial clients. The Mid Level Backend Software Engineer designs, develops, and integrates backend database architectures, writes code in JavaScript, C++, Python, and Ruby, and supports DevOps pipelines on AWS and Docker.

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Senior Staff Software Engineer (Backend) - Billing Platform *HYBRID*

GEICO

Bethesda, Maryland, United States Full-time Hybrid $120,000 - $260,000 / year

Senior Staff Software Engineer (Backend) leading re-architecture of GEICO’s billing platform. Designs scalable, high-performance systems using Java, Kotlin, Golang, SQL, NoSQL, Kafka, Spark, Airflow, cloud, DevOps, observability.

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Full Stack Software Engineer (Backend Focus)

Visionist

Fort Meade, Maryland, United States Full-time On-site $150,000 - $190,000 / year

Software Engineering team at Visionist builds specialized tools for mission-critical intelligence operations. The role develops data transforms, enhances application performance, and supports mission-critical servers while collaborating directly with analysts and customers.

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Backend Engineer III

eSimplicity

Columbia, Maryland, United States Full-time Remote

The Backend Data Validation and Performance Test Engineer will be responsible for validating and assessing large-scale backend data systems to ensure accuracy, integrity, reliability, and high performance across CMS enterprise applications. This role requires strong expertise in backend database testing, ETL validation, big-data ecosystems, performance benchmarking, and cross-system data comparison between backend outputs and frontend/UI results.

Last seen Oct 1, 2026
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Application Engineer (Backend)

CACI International

Linthicum, Maryland, United States Full-time On-site $103,800 - $218,100 / year

CACI is hiring a Dataflow Engineer to build reliable, efficient, and scalable dataflows supporting mission-critical operations. Day-to-day work involves hands-on Apache NiFi configuration, deployment, and maintenance of workflows and clusters, partnering with data providers and consumers, troubleshooting escalated tickets, and improving automation and reliability.

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Senior Backend Software Engineer (Prime)

Intelliforce-it Solutions Group

Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States Full-time $176,000 - $226,000

At Intelliforce, we build software that helps analysts make sense of large, complex data sets and turn that information into something they can act on. In this role, you will join the team responsible for developing the backend services and processing capabilities.

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Full-Stack Software Engineer (Backend Focus)

Visionist

Columbia, Maryland, United States Full-time $180,000 - $225,000

Visionist has an exciting new, fully FUNDED opportunity for a Full-Stack Software Engineer with a focus on the backend on our PRIME contract. You will be joining an exciting mission centered around providing visualization and presentation services for the prototyping, development, and production of analytic tools.

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Senior Backend Software Engineer (HYBRID)

Quevera

Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States Full-time Hybrid $221,553 - $262,785

Quevera is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Software Engineer with an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph in Annapolis Junction, Maryland . This role supports the design, development, testing, deployment, maintenance, and enhancement of backend software solutions.

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Application Engineer (Backend)

CACI International

Linthicum, Maryland, United States Full-time On-site $103,800 - $218,100 / year

Application Engineer (Backend) on CACI’s security transformation team. Builds and maintains Python REST microservices with Django/Flask, interacts with MongoDB/MariaDB, and delivers JSON to front‑end UI. Works in Linthicum, MD, onsite with a focus on automation and continuous monitoring.

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Senior Software Engineer - Linux Backend Systems

Leonardo DRS

Germantown, Maryland, United States Full-time On-site $107,089 - $144,570

DRS RADA Technologies is seeking a full-time, on-site Senior Software Engineer to design, build, and evolve Linux-based, mission-critical software supporting advanced radar and defense solutions. This hands-on role is ideal for a systems-oriented experienced engineer who can translate complex requirements into reliable, secure, and maintainable software while helping shape technical direction and development practices.

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Mid-Level Backend Software Engineer

teKnoluxion Consulting

Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States Full-time $87,100 - $157,450 / year

Bcore’s Mission Services division builds tailored backend solutions for NGA missions, fusing cloud, DevSecOps, and software engineering to modernize government operations. As a Mid‑Level Backend Software Engineer, you design, develop, and maintain Java/Python REST APIs, write SQL queries, and integrate data sources in Linux environments, ensuring scalable, secure services.

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eLearning Developer | Policy and Procedure Development, Appeals, Education, Outreach, and Appraisal Support [EHSS0008024]

ProSidian Consulting

Germantown, Maryland, United States Contract On-site

ProSidian Consulting seeks an experienced eLearning Developer to design and deliver digital training for the Department of Energy’s EHSS. The role involves creating interactive modules on classification, CUI, and UCNI, updating content, and supporting professional services across the Energy, Resources, and Industrials sector.

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Global Development Medical Director, Late Respiratory and Immunology Clinical Development

AstraZeneca

Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States Full-time Hybrid $241,613 - $362,420 / year

Global Development Medical Director leading late-stage respiratory and immunology clinical development at AstraZeneca. Provides medical and scientific leadership for Phase IIb‑IV trials, designing, executing, and interpreting pivotal studies.

Last seen Oct 7, 2026
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eGuidance Developer | Classification and Control Guidance Development, Revisions, and Review [EHSS0007015]

ProSidian Consulting

Germantown, Maryland, United States Contract On-site

ProSidian Consulting seeks an eGuidance Developer to support the Department of Energy’s Office of Environment, Health, Safety and Security. The role focuses on developing, maintaining, and quality‑checking XML‑based eGuidance tools that guide DOE classification and policy decisions.

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Backend Developer Jobs in Maryland: FAQ

How many Backend Developer jobs in Maryland are open right now?

10,000 Backend Developer jobs in Maryland are live on NextGig, all seen active within the last 45 days. The list refreshes daily as new roles are posted and filled ones drop off.

Which companies are hiring for Backend Developer jobs in Maryland?

Employers with current openings include Quevera, Legato, Red Arch Solutions, Leidos, ELEVI Associates, GEICO, and others. Every listing links straight to the employer's application page.

What do Backend Developer jobs in Maryland pay?

16 of the 20 newest listings disclose pay, for example $166,082 - $221,533 at Quevera, $190,000 - $225,000 at Legato, $166,082 - $221,533 at Quevera. Open a listing for the full compensation details.

Are any of these roles remote?

Of the 20 newest listings on this page, 1 is remote and 7 are hybrid. The work model is shown on each job card.