Torch Technologies, Inc.
Software Engineer/Backend Developer
Torch Technologies, Inc., Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
Overview
Torch Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer / Backend Developer with expertise in microservices architecture, API design (REST/gRPC), and containerized application development using modern programming languages and tools such as Go, Java, Python, and Docker. This role involves the design, development, and analysis of complex backend systems for high-performance, scalable, and resilient cloud-native applications. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware and DevOps engineers, to ensure seamless system integration and software delivery. Torch Technologies is a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL with over 1200 employee-owners. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. As a leading defense company, we are committed to growing and sustaining our company for the next 100 years. Come grow with us! Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable backend systems using modern microservices architectures. Develop and maintain RESTful and gRPC APIs that power web and mobile applications. Analyze and solve complex software challenges in distributed systems environments. Collaborate with hardware engineering teams to resolve system-level integration and compatibility issues. Contribute to system modeling, simulation, and performance analysis. Write clean, well-documented, and testable code. Participate in code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers as needed. Contribute inputs for documentation of new or existing systems and software components. Support the full software development lifecycle - from concept and design to testing, deployment, and maintenance. Required Qualifications
US Citizenship. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in software design and backend system development. Clearance Requirements: Active or eligible for DoD Security Clearance. Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and agile environment. Strong analytical and debugging skills. Effective communication and teamwork abilities. Technical Skills & Experience
Programming Languages: Proficient in Go (Golang), Java, and Python. API Development: Strong experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and gRPC services; understanding API security, versioning, and documentation best practices. Microservices Architecture: Experience designing and developing microservices for cloud-native environments. Containerization & Deployment: Proficient in Docker and familiarity with container orchestration (Kubernetes is a plus). Systems Integration: Experience collaborating with hardware engineers and understanding hardware/software interaction is preferred. Version Control & CI/CD: Experience with Git, and knowledge of CI/CD tools and processes. Additional Considerations: Experience with message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ), databases (SQL/NoSQL), and observability tools is a plus. Schedule, Location & Travel
Schedule: Mon-Fri; 8-5 Work Location: Customer-site Travel: Yes, 0-10% Relocation Assistance Available: No Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No #LI-TS1 Benefits
Torch Technologies offers a stable and professional work environment with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays. Applying to Torch Technologies
Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. To request accommodations, please email HR@torchtechnologies.com.
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Torch Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer / Backend Developer with expertise in microservices architecture, API design (REST/gRPC), and containerized application development using modern programming languages and tools such as Go, Java, Python, and Docker. This role involves the design, development, and analysis of complex backend systems for high-performance, scalable, and resilient cloud-native applications. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware and DevOps engineers, to ensure seamless system integration and software delivery. Torch Technologies is a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL with over 1200 employee-owners. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. As a leading defense company, we are committed to growing and sustaining our company for the next 100 years. Come grow with us! Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable backend systems using modern microservices architectures. Develop and maintain RESTful and gRPC APIs that power web and mobile applications. Analyze and solve complex software challenges in distributed systems environments. Collaborate with hardware engineering teams to resolve system-level integration and compatibility issues. Contribute to system modeling, simulation, and performance analysis. Write clean, well-documented, and testable code. Participate in code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers as needed. Contribute inputs for documentation of new or existing systems and software components. Support the full software development lifecycle - from concept and design to testing, deployment, and maintenance. Required Qualifications
US Citizenship. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in software design and backend system development. Clearance Requirements: Active or eligible for DoD Security Clearance. Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and agile environment. Strong analytical and debugging skills. Effective communication and teamwork abilities. Technical Skills & Experience
Programming Languages: Proficient in Go (Golang), Java, and Python. API Development: Strong experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and gRPC services; understanding API security, versioning, and documentation best practices. Microservices Architecture: Experience designing and developing microservices for cloud-native environments. Containerization & Deployment: Proficient in Docker and familiarity with container orchestration (Kubernetes is a plus). Systems Integration: Experience collaborating with hardware engineers and understanding hardware/software interaction is preferred. Version Control & CI/CD: Experience with Git, and knowledge of CI/CD tools and processes. Additional Considerations: Experience with message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ), databases (SQL/NoSQL), and observability tools is a plus. Schedule, Location & Travel
Schedule: Mon-Fri; 8-5 Work Location: Customer-site Travel: Yes, 0-10% Relocation Assistance Available: No Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No #LI-TS1 Benefits
Torch Technologies offers a stable and professional work environment with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays. Applying to Torch Technologies
Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. To request accommodations, please email HR@torchtechnologies.com.
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