Job Description
Job Description
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KēSTA I.T is actively seeking a Backend Developer for an immediate contract engagement with our government client.
Work Location : This position is Onsite
Job Description :
We Are Seeking a skilled Backend Developer to support the design and development of a secure, scalable privacy compliance reporting system. This role focuses on building backend infrastructure that supports data governance, records management, and compliance reporting while ensuring strong privacy protections for sensitive data. The ideal candidate is passionate about backend engineering, cloud technologies, data security, and building solutions that translate complex regulatory requirements into reliable technical systems.
Responsibilities :
- Design, develop, and maintain backend APIs and services to support secure data ingestion, processing, and compliance reporting
- Build and optimize database schemas to store, manage, and query compliance-related data with strong encryption and access controls
- Deploy, configure, and manage cloud infrastructure, including serverless components and scalable compute and storage resources
- Integrate AI-enabled services and APIs to support automated workflows while maintaining audit trails and data sovereignty
- Collaborate closely with frontend developers, data scientists, and subject matter experts to implement backend business logic
- Implement authentication, authorization, and security best practices to protect sensitive and personally identifiable information
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and scale backend services to meet growing demand
- Participate in agile development practices, including sprint planning, code reviews, and technical documentation
- Ensure backend solutions align with privacy, compliance, and data governance standards
Required Skills :
Backend Development :
3+ years of experience with server-side languages such as Python, Node.js, Java, or GoExperience building RESTful and / or GraphQL APIs and microservices architecturesDatabase & Data Management :
Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL solutions (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB)Proficiency in database design, optimization, indexing, and ORM frameworksExperience with data warehousing or analytics platforms is a plusCloud & DevOps :
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (preferably AWS), including compute, storage, networking, and monitoring servicesFamiliarity with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormationExperience with CI / CD pipelines and deployment automationSecurity & Compliance :
Knowledge of secure coding practices and privacy-focused developmentFamiliarity with data privacy and regulatory frameworks (e.g., government or compliance-driven systems)Experience handling sensitive or regulated data preferredAdditional Technical Skills :
Git-based version controlContainerization tools such as Docker and KubernetesBasic understanding of AI / ML service integrationSoft Skills & Qualifications :
Strong problem-solving and analytical skillsExcellent written and verbal communication abilitiesAbility to collaborate in cross-functional, interdisciplinary teamsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent professional experienceAvailable Benefits :
Medical Benefits (Platinum level plans available)Work from home / Hybrid / Onsite optionsPTOHoliday PayVTO401KCharitable MatchTraining reimbursementAbout KēSTA I.T. :
Our name says it all; KēSTA I.T. (Keys-to-I.T.) AND our people are our keys to our success!
KēSTA I.T. is a premier Utah-based technical staffing and consulting services firm. We specialize in temporary and permanent placement of Software, Hardware, Network, Cloud, CRM / ERP, Data, End-User support, Web and Executive / leadership-based positions on a full time and consulting basis.
If you're interested in a role where top performance is rewarded, personal time is valued, and excellence is demanded at every level we want to talk to you today!
Where do you want to go? We've got the keys! ~ KēSTA I.T.
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