35,407 Backend Programming jobs in the United States

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and testable code using (Specify Primary Language, e.g., Python, Java, Node.js, Go).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define API requirements and specifications.
• Implement robust data models and database solutions (e.g., SQL, NoSQL).
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Develop and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production and development environments.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in backend development and API design.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical decision-making.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Proven expertise in designing and building RESTful APIs.
• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js, Go, Ruby).
• Experience with database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or similar.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of software development best practices, including CI/CD, version control (Git), and agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with microservices architecture is a plus.

• Lead Design, development and deployment of APIs using REST and GRAPHQL
• Define API standards best practices and ensure consistency across services
• Mentor and guide junior developers, conduct code reviews and drive engineering excellence
• Design and implement microservices with a strong focus on scalability and performance while ensuring API security, monitoring and availability
• Have worked with AWS Services like Lambda, S3, RDS, MSK Kafka and other services
• Nice to have: Have developed batch jobs using Spring Batch for data processing and integration

• Proven ability to quickly earn the trust of key stakeholders; mobilize and motivate software engineering teams; set technical direction and approach; resolve conflict; deliver tough messages with grace; execute with limited information and ambiguity
• Ability to work effectively with team members from different vendors - focus on teamwork regardless of the vendor the team member works for
• Experience with UML and other current design notations
• Detailed understanding of unit test procedures and tools such as Junit, Nunit, Mockito, SoapUI
• Ability to navigate matrixed organizations effectively and work collaboratively with GBS functions that are part of the overall solution context
• Results-oriented, diligent and works with a sense of urgency
• Assertive, responsible for his/her own work (self-directed), have a strong affinity for defining work in deliverables, and be willing to commit to deadlines
• Ability to identify and implement required actions quickly in order to accomplish goals, eliminate roadblocks, and create focus
• Ability to communicate at different levels with clarity, both written and verbally
• Demonstrated, applied experience establishing and providing technical leadership for complex projects
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; balancing strategic alignment with technology roadmap and emerging industry trends with practical delivery

Key Responsibilities:

Own the end-to-end design, development, and implementation of REST API solutions for new applications.

Lead and mentor team members, fostering technical excellence and knowledge sharing.

Act as a point of escalation for resolving complex technical issues and customer challenges.

Collaborate with offshore teams to ensure seamless delivery and alignment with business objectives.

Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and performance optimization techniques.

Participate in architecture reviews, design discussions, and technical decision-making.

Ensure scalability, security, and reliability of API solutions.

Required Skills & Experience:

8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3+ years in a technical leadership role.

Strong expertise in REST API design and development using modern frameworks.

Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or .NET.

Hands-on experience with API security (OAuth, JWT, etc.) and performance optimization.

Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and microservices architecture.

Strong problem-solving, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Experience working with distributed/offshore teams in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Skills:

Exposure to containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

Experience handling large-scale enterprise-grade applications.

Company Summary

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.

Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

Department Summary

Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play a vital role in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

EchoStar is looking for a Staff Software Engineer who will lead teams in building the modern technology-based solutions that enable millions of Americans to connect and converse with one another. You will work in a complex, fast-paced, and highly elastic environment that provides growth opportunities to learn by working closely with different teams, functions, and organization units.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developed scalable RESTful microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS EKS to support high-performance backend systems.

• Built web applications and backend services using Python, AWS Lambda, and other serverless technologies.

• Collaborated with Product Owners and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design technical solutions, and ensure alignment with business goals.

• Implemented and optimized CI/CD pipelines using GitLab, Harness, and other DevOps tools to streamline code integration, delivery, and validation.

• Designed API specifications using OpenAPI and developed integrations with third-party and vendor systems, including robust logging and monitoring.

• Participated in agile ceremonies, groomed technical user stories, conducted peer code reviews, and contributed to technical documentation and production support.

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field High-level qualifications

• 6+ years experience as a full-stack software developer in Java, Spring boot and Python in on-prem and cloud-native environments

• 6+ years of experience building API architecture/management for REST APIs

• 4+ years of experience building and managing microservices in AWS or other cloud platforms

• Experience working in an Agile environment: Scrum and Kanban using tools like JIRA, Rally, etc

Skills and Qualifications:

• Developed web and serverless applications using Java, Spring Boot, AWS Lambda, SQS, and Redis to support billing, credit, and financing systems.

• Designed and implemented event-driven architectures, message-based integrations, and caching strategies for scalable, resilient services.

• Built and deployed containerized microservices using Docker and Kubernetes in cloud-native environments.

• Worked with NoSQL and document databases such as DynamoDB, MongoDB, and DocumentDB to support flexible data storage needs.

• Created and managed APIs using Swagger/Swagger Hub and API Gateways like Apigee to ensure secure and consistent integrations.

• Contributed to CI/CD pipelines, secure development practices, and used tools like JIRA, Confluence, and Git for SDLC collaboration and delivery.

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person on-site interview

Salary Ranges

Compensation: $110,100.00/Year - $157,300.00/Year

Benefits

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.

EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please contact if you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.

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We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. EEO is the law.

At EchoStar, you have the right to request reasonable accommodations. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact This contact information is for accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of an application.