Hiring: Backend Engineer Company: Sphinx Defense Location: United States Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:58:11 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : AWS, Azure, Docker, FastAPI, GCP, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, Python, Security Clearance, Terraform About the job Experience: •5+ years’ of progressively responsible software engineering experience Required Skills: •Developing and consuming APIs and services as part of platform ecosystem •Developing with an emphasis on automation and security •Willingness to own a technical problem end-to-end •A habit of self-directed learning of new technologies •The ability to work well with a team •The ability to communicate clearly •You Might Be a Good Fit If •You have 3-5+ years’ of progressively responsible software engineering experience Qualifications: •Prior experience working in space, satellite communications, or building ground systems. •While this role is remote, the potential for travel may occur such as client visits, company gatherings, and other project related travel as needed may be required. Compensation: •$138,000 - $167,000 / year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!