Contract Backend Developer Jobs in Durham, NC (NOW HIRING)

Top Skills' Details

1. Modern Software Engineering - Strong programming expertise in: Python or Go (Backend)

2. (MUST HAVE) Networking Knowledge: Candidates must understand networking concepts including routing, switching, network topology design, and simulation environments. CCNA-level knowledge is highly valuable

Huge Plus:

VMware/Virtualization experience, including:

vCenter administration

VCP-related knowledge

Security patching

Environment updates and upgrades

Heavy focus on automation and scripting

Description

The team is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer to help build and scale the network simulation platform. In this role, you will design and develop backend services that power the creation, deployment, orchestration, and management of complex virtual network topologies used by network engineers around the world. You will work at the intersection of software engineering, virtualization, cloud-native technologies, and networking to deliver scalable and reliable services that enable customers to model real-world enterprise and data center environments.

As part of a highly collaborative engineering team, you will partner closely with frontend engineers, QA teams, architects, and product stakeholders to deliver innovative capabilities that improve platform performance, scalability, and user experience.

Backend Services & Platform Development

Design, develop, and maintain core backend services that orchestrate virtualized network environments and simulation workloads.

Build highly scalable APIs that enable users to create, configure, deploy, and manage complex network topologies.

Implement microservices and cloud-native architectures that support future platform growth and extensibility.

Develop services that manage lifecycle operations for virtual machines, containers, and networking resources.

Virtualization & Infrastructure

Integrate with virtualization technologies including QEMU, Libvirt, Docker, and Kubernetes to support large-scale network simulations.

Optimize system resource utilization including CPU, memory, and storage across distributed simulation environments.

Troubleshoot performance bottlenecks at the operating system, application, and infrastructure layers.

Networking & Automation

Develop capabilities supporting network automation workflows and infrastructure-as-code testing.

Build integrations with automation platforms such as Ansible, Terraform, Netmiko, or NAPALM.

Apply strong networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and network design concepts in application development.

Performance & Reliability

Improve platform scalability and stability under heavy simulation loads.

Design solutions that support high concurrency, low latency, and reliable service delivery.

Implement monitoring, logging, testing, and automated validation practices to maintain platform quality.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with frontend engineers to provide efficient APIs and real-time data services that power topology visualization and simulation telemetry.

Collaborate with product management, QA, designers, and network architects to deliver customer-focused solutions.

Participate in architecture reviews, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Java, golang, backend development, ccna, Development, Api, cloud

Top Skills Details

Java,golang,backend development,ccna

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.

5+ years of professional experience in backend software development.

Strong programming experience in Python and/or Go.

Strong understanding of Linux operating systems and systems programming concepts.

Experience designing, developing, and supporting production-grade RESTful APIs.

Hands-on experience with virtualization or container technologies including QEMU, Libvirt, Docker, or Kubernetes.

Solid understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, routing protocols, switching, and network architectures.

Experience troubleshooting performance issues and optimizing distributed systems.

Strong understanding of software engineering best practices including testing, version control, and CI/CD pipelines.

Experience Level

Expert Level

This is a Contract position based out of Raleigh, NC.

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.