Back End Software Engineer (Top Secret Cleared)

Latitude Inc

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Saint Louis, MO on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted November 4, 2025 Last posted November 4, 2025
Job description
Position Overview:

We are seeking a talented Back End Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance server-side applications. The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency in Python and experience working with C# or Java, enabling effective collaboration across diverse projects and technology stacks. This role involves working closely with front-end developers, DevOps engineers, and product teams to deliver efficient and reliable software solutions.

Active Top Secret clearance or higher is required

Responsibilities:

  • Design, build, and maintain robust, scalable, and efficient back-end systems and APIs.
  • Develop new features and enhance existing services using Python and C# or Java.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
  • Optimize applications for maximum performance, reliability, and scalability.
  • Implement and maintain database schemas, queries, and data models (SQL and NoSQL).
  • Ensure code quality through peer reviews, automated testing, and CI/CD practices.
  • Write clear, maintainable, and well-documented code.
  • Participate in architectural design discussions and technical decision-making.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues in a timely manner.

Compensation (from employer):
140000–200000 USD per year

About this role

Summary

Design, develop, and maintain secure back-end systems and APIs with Python, Java, or C#

Job title

Back End Software Engineer (Top Secret Cleared)

Experience level

not specified

Industry

software

Location requirements

On-site in Saint Louis, MO, no remote work

Salary

140000–200000 USD per year

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

PythonC#JavaSQLNoSQLCI/CDpeer reviewsautomation testingarchitectural design

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

backendAPIdatabasesecurity
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

St. Louis, MO, USA

On-site City