Leading Path Consulting LLC
TSSCI w/Poly - Back-End Software Engineer
Leading Path Consulting LLC, Mc Lean, Virginia, us, 22107
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for an experienced Systems Software Engineer to join our team, interested in designing,
developing and maintaining essential software systems. The optimal candidate will have demonstrated
experience integrating solutions with graph databases, such as JanusGraph. They will also have a strong
background in systems software development, experience with 3rd party system integration, expertise in
ElasticSearch, and a solid understanding of data modeling concepts. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on
a challenging project that requires innovative solutions and collaborative problem-solving.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable and efficient software solutions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize project requirements
Participate with code reviews and ensure high-quality, modular, and reusable code
Troubleshoot and debug issues in the application, including performance optimization and error
handling
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, applying this knowledge to improve
our application
Design and implement data models that meet the needs of the application, ensuring data consistency
and integrity
Requirements
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Extensive expertise in Python and NodeJS
5+ years of experience in systems software development in NodeJS or Python
Strong proficiency working with graph databases and graph query languages
Proven experience with 3rd party system integration using APIs, webhooks and other integration
methods
Strong understanding of software design patterns, principles and best practices
Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Basic understanding of data modeling concepts, including entity-relationship, data normalization, and
denormalization
Experience with Git workflows, including feature branching, pull requests and code reviews
Ability to work effectively in a Linux-based development environment
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Hands on experience with AWS Lambda, EventBridge and SQS
Experience with Node.js, Express and MongoDB
In-depth knowledge of ElasticSearch, including indexing, querying and aggregation
Knowledge of containerization leveraging Kubernetes
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools such as Jenkins or CircleCI
Hands-on experience working with message brokers such as RabbitMQ or AWS SQS
Benefits
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Vacation – 5 weeks of paid vacation per year ·
Holidays - Paid holidays published annually by the Office of Personnel Management, excluding Inauguration Day ·
100% paid for Health Benefits* (United Healthcare, Guardian Dental, VSP Vision, MetLife, Life and Disability Insurance and annual $1500 employer HSA contribution on qualified plans) ·
6% 401k contribution ·
Life/disability benefits · Generous Annual Training Budget
Vacation – 5 weeks of paid vacation per year ·
Holidays - Paid holidays published annually by the Office of Personnel Management, excluding Inauguration Day ·
100% paid for Health Benefits* (United Healthcare, Guardian Dental, VSP Vision, MetLife, Life and Disability Insurance and annual $1500 employer HSA contribution on qualified plans) ·
6% 401k contribution ·
Life/disability benefits · Generous Annual Training Budget