RemoteUS citizen eligible for Public Trust clearance.
Software EngineeringBackend Engineering
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required
About the job
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
9+ years of professional experience in software engineering experience, including enterprise application development
Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, OpenJDK, GraphQL, and REST APIs
Experience designing distributed systems, microservices, integrations, and scalable enterprise applications
Strong understanding of software architecture, system design, design patterns, and engineering best practices
Experience building cloud-native applications in AWS or Azure
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, source control, and DevSecOps workflows
Knowledge of secure software development principles, API security, and application security best practices
Experience troubleshooting production systems, performance tuning, and operational support
Strong communication and technical leadership skills
Responsibilities
Lead design, development, and modernization of enterprise software systems supporting federal mission needs
Drive engineering efforts across the full software development lifecycle, from architecture through deployment
Build scalable, secure, and maintainable backend applications using modern engineering best practices
Architect and develop APIs using REST and GraphQL
Lead system design discussions, architecture reviews, and technical decision-making
Partner with product, architecture, DevSecOps, and infrastructure teams to deliver integrated technical solutions
Troubleshoot complex application, integration, and system performance issues
Contribute to cloud modernization, application refactoring, and platform engineering improvements
Mentor junior and mid-level engineers while establishing engineering standards and best practices
Support secure software delivery, code quality, testing automation, and CI/CD pipeline integration
Translate business and mission requirements into technical implementation strategies
Desired Qualifications
Experience with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), event-driven architecture, or serverless platforms
Familiarity with Zero Trust principles and secure systems integration
Experience supporting federal government agencies
Capital Technology Group provides expert consulting services software development, digital transformation, human-centered design, data analytics and visualization, and cybersecurity.
Our multidisciplinary teams use agile methodologies to rapidly and incrementally deliver value in close collaboration with our clients. For over a decade, we have been trusted by both federal and commercial clients to solve complex, mission-critical business challenges. The quality of our work has been recognized by our partners and peers through our inclusion in the Digital Services Coalition, a group of forward- thinking firms recognized for excellence in delivering IT services.
Client Requirements: applicants MUST BE US Citizens and be able to obtain Public Trust clearance
The CTG Experience
At Capital Technology Group (CTG), our teams are passionate about modernizing how the federal government delivers software. We partner with federal agencies to build secure, scalable, and mission-driven solutions that make a meaningful impact on millions of people. Recognized by The Washington Post as a Top Workplace in 2025 and 2026. CTG fosters a culture rooted in our core values. Our values guide how we work together and support one another, creating an environment where employees feel trusted, empowered, and encouraged to grow both personally and professionally.
About the Role
CTG is seeking a Technical Lead to support the design, development, and modernization of mission-critical federal software systems. This role is ideal for a senior engineering leader who brings strong backend architecture expertise, systems thinking, and the ability to lead scalable, secure application development across complex enterprise environments.
You Will Get To
Lead design, development, and modernization of enterprise software systems supporting federal mission needs
Drive engineering efforts across the full software development lifecycle, from architecture through deployment
Build scalable, secure, and maintainable backend applications using modern engineering best practices
Architect and develop APIs using REST and GraphQL
Lead system design discussions, architecture reviews, and technical decision-making
Partner with product, architecture, DevSecOps, and infrastructure teams to deliver integrated technical solutions
Troubleshoot complex application, integration, and system performance issues
Contribute to cloud modernization, application refactoring, and platform engineering improvements
Mentor junior and mid-level engineers while establishing engineering standards and best practices
Support secure software delivery, code quality, testing automation, and CI/CD pipeline integration
Translate business and mission requirements into technical implementation strategies
Who You Are
A senior technical leader who enjoys solving complex engineering problems at scale
Strong in backend architecture, distributed systems, and modern software engineering design
Comfortable leading technical conversations and influencing engineering direction
Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-oriented
Passionate about building secure, high-quality software in mission-driven environments
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
9+ years of professional experience in software engineering experience, including enterprise application development
Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, OpenJDK, GraphQL, and REST APIs
Experience designing distributed systems, microservices, integrations, and scalable enterprise applications
Strong understanding of software architecture, system design, design patterns, and engineering best practices
Experience building cloud-native applications in AWS or Azure
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, source control, and DevSecOps workflows
Knowledge of secure software development principles, API security, and application security best practices
Experience troubleshooting production systems, performance tuning, and operational support
Strong communication and technical leadership skills
Nice to Have
Experience with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), event-driven architecture, or serverless platforms
Familiarity with Zero Trust principles and secure systems integration
Experience supporting federal government agencies
Salary
We are committed to offering a competitive salary for this position, with an estimated range of $120k–$170k annually. Please note that this range is intended to provide a general idea of what to expect. The final offer may vary based on experience, skills, and other factors.
Full Time Employee Benefits
Remote Work (Hybrid roles will be specified in the job post)
Competitive Compensation Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) with 4% matching
Liberal PTO vacation policy
Generous Annual Continuing Education
Annual Wellness Budget
Bonus Incentive Programs (Employee referrals and performance-based rewards)
Thanks for your interest in Capital Technology Group!
Capital Technology Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.