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Aperio Global · 23 hours ago

Back-end Software Developer (TOP SECRET)

positionChantilly VA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$160K/yr - $190K/yr
date10+ years exp

Aperio Global is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to support a mission-critical system directly enabling operations. This role involves designing and building backend services that operate at scale, integrate with complex systems, and handle sensitive data with precision, directly supporting national-level protective and investigative missions.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cyber Security
badNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services using Rust
Build and manage webhook-driven integrations and event-based architectures
Develop and optimize PostgreSQL databases for reliability, performance, and security
Ensure systems meet mission-critical uptime, resilience, and data integrity requirements
Collaborate closely with government stakeholders, product owners, and other engineers
Support deployment and operations in a secure, hybrid environment

Qualification

RustPostgreSQLWebhook integrationsAsync RustRust web frameworksHybrid work environmentNational security experienceDistributed systemsHigh-security environments

Required

Top Secret Clearance
10+ years of software development experience with demonstrated Rust proficiency
Strong experience with PostgreSQL database design and optimization
Familiarity with Rust web frameworks (Axum, Actix Web, or similar)
Experience building and consuming webhook integrations
Comfortable with async Rust and the Tokio ecosystem
Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment

Preferred

Experience in national security, law enforcement, or intelligence environments
Familiarity with distributed systems and event-driven architectures
Experience working in regulated or high-security environments

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
(and much more)

Company

Aperio Global

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Aperio Global provides professional and innovative cyber security and artificial intelligence solutions.
dateFounded in 2019
location
Reston, Virginia, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://www.aperioglobal.com

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Earl Stafford, Jr.
Chief Executive Officer
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