This role focuses on building and maintaining internal developer tools, improving development workflows, and helping design scalable backend systems. You will work across DevOps, backend services ...
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This role focuses on building and maintaining internal developer tools, improving development workflows, and helping design scalable backend systems. You will work across DevOps, backend services ...
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This role focuses on building and maintaining internal developer tools, improving development workflows, and helping design scalable backend systems. You will work across DevOps, backend services ...
Vienna, VA · On-site
$53 - $72.50/hr
... software development lifecycle from onboarding to deployment. AI tooling expertise is a must, as ... Experience with IDP tools such as backstage, cortex etc. * Design, build, and maintain internal ...
Vienna, VA · On-site
$53 - $72.50/hr
... software development lifecycle from onboarding to deployment. AI tooling expertise is a must, as ... Experience with IDP tools such as backstage, cortex etc. * Design, build, and maintain internal ...
Reston, VA · On-site
This role ensures the continuous, reliable flow of high-quality data into our internal databases by ... using browser developer tools. * Ability to design and maintain relational database tables ...
Reston, VA · On-site
This role ensures the continuous, reliable flow of high-quality data into our internal databases by ... using browser developer tools. * Ability to design and maintain relational database tables ...
Reston, VA · On-site +1
$59.75 - $80.25/hr
This role ensures the continuous, reliable flow of high-quality data into our internal databases by ... using browser developer tools. * Ability to design and maintain relational database tables ...
Reston, VA · On-site +1
$59.75 - $80.25/hr
This role ensures the continuous, reliable flow of high-quality data into our internal databases by ... using browser developer tools. * Ability to design and maintain relational database tables ...
To support this mission, our Cyber Analytics team is seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer ... Develop custom data analysis and recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. * Interact ...
To support this mission, our Cyber Analytics team is seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer ... Develop custom data analysis and recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. * Interact ...
To support this mission, our Cyber Analytics team is seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer ... Develop custom data analysis and recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. * Interact ...
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To support this mission, our Cyber Analytics team is seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer ... Develop custom data analysis and recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. * Interact ...
Quantico, VA · On-site
They are seeking a Software Engineer/Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable data ... recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. • Interact directly with government ...
Quantico, VA · On-site
They are seeking a Software Engineer/Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable data ... recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. • Interact directly with government ...
They are seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable ... recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. • Interact directly with government ...
They are seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable ... recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. • Interact directly with government ...
Quantico, VA · On-site
To support this mission, our Cyber Analytics team is seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer ... Develop custom data analysis and recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. * Interact ...
Quantico, VA · On-site
To support this mission, our Cyber Analytics team is seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer ... Develop custom data analysis and recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. * Interact ...
To support this mission, our Cyber Analytics team is seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer ... Develop custom data analysis and recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. * Interact ...
To support this mission, our Cyber Analytics team is seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer ... Develop custom data analysis and recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. * Interact ...
To support this mission, our Cyber Analytics team is seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer ... Develop custom data analysis and recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. * Interact ...
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To support this mission, our Cyber Analytics team is seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer ... Develop custom data analysis and recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. * Interact ...
Quantico, VA · On-site
To support this mission, our Cyber Analytics team is seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer ... Develop custom data analysis and recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. * Interact ...
Quantico, VA · On-site
To support this mission, our Cyber Analytics team is seeking a skilled Software Engineer/Developer ... Develop custom data analysis and recovery tools tailored to specific operational needs. * Interact ...
$54.25 - $74.25/hr
Architect and scale internal developer platforms (IDPs) * Build and operate IDPs leveraging tools ... Integrate software bill of materials (SBOM) management, vulnerability scanning, and attestation ...
$54.25 - $74.25/hr
Architect and scale internal developer platforms (IDPs) * Build and operate IDPs leveraging tools ... Integrate software bill of materials (SBOM) management, vulnerability scanning, and attestation ...
Reston, VA · On-site
Our mission is simple: equip those who protect the nation with the tools, technologies, and ... We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer who doesn't just build systems, but redefines how they ...
Reston, VA · On-site
Our mission is simple: equip those who protect the nation with the tools, technologies, and ... We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer who doesn't just build systems, but redefines how they ...
Reston, VA · On-site +1
Our mission is simple: equip those who protect the nation with the tools, technologies, and ... We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer who doesn't just build systems, but redefines how they ...
Reston, VA · On-site +1
Our mission is simple: equip those who protect the nation with the tools, technologies, and ... We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer who doesn't just build systems, but redefines how they ...
Reston, VA · On-site +1
Our mission is simple: equip those who protect the nation with the tools, technologies, and ... We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer who doesn't just build systems, but redefines how they ...
Reston, VA · On-site +1
Our mission is simple: equip those who protect the nation with the tools, technologies, and ... We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer who doesn't just build systems, but redefines how they ...
Reston, VA · On-site
We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer who doesn't just build systems, but redefines how they ... tools, vector databases, and microservices-based architectures. • Write high-quality ...
Reston, VA · On-site
We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer who doesn't just build systems, but redefines how they ... tools, vector databases, and microservices-based architectures. • Write high-quality ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
$54.25 - $74.25/hr
Architect and scale internal developer platforms (IDPs) * Build and operate IDPs leveraging tools ... Integrate software bill of materials (SBOM) management, vulnerability scanning, and attestation ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
$54.25 - $74.25/hr
Architect and scale internal developer platforms (IDPs) * Build and operate IDPs leveraging tools ... Integrate software bill of materials (SBOM) management, vulnerability scanning, and attestation ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$142.70K - $186.90K/yr
You'll develop tools, techniques, and processes to solve some of the most difficult software ... You've worked in a collaborative team environment as a software developer, software engineer, or ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$142.70K - $186.90K/yr
You'll develop tools, techniques, and processes to solve some of the most difficult software ... You've worked in a collaborative team environment as a software developer, software engineer, or ...
$54.25 - $74.25/hr
Architect and scale internal developer platforms (IDPs) * Build and operate IDPs leveraging tools ... Integrate software bill of materials (SBOM) management, vulnerability scanning, and attestation ...
$54.25 - $74.25/hr
Architect and scale internal developer platforms (IDPs) * Build and operate IDPs leveraging tools ... Integrate software bill of materials (SBOM) management, vulnerability scanning, and attestation ...
| Aspect | Internal Developer Tools Software Engineer | Software Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Developing and maintaining internal tools to improve developer productivity | Building applications, systems, or features for end-users or clients |
| Work Environment | Typically within tech companies, collaborating with internal teams | Varies across industries, often with direct customer interaction |
| Required Skills | Strong programming, understanding of developer workflows, internal tool development | Broad software development skills, depending on domain |
| Industry Usage | Primarily in tech companies, startups, and large enterprises with internal tools | Across all industries including tech, finance, healthcare, etc. |
In summary, Internal Developer Tools Software Engineers focus on creating tools that enhance internal developer efficiency, whereas Software Engineers develop a wide range of applications for external users. Both roles require strong programming skills but differ in their primary objectives and work environments.

Full-time
Posted 17 days ago
We are currently seeking a talented DevOps Engineer / Back End Developer to join our mission-driven team supporting a high impact project aimed at improving the Developer Experience (DevEx) for our customer.
Clearance Requirement : TS/SCI with Polygraph
Role OverviewWe are looking for a DevOps / Backend Engineer who is passionate about developer experience, platform tooling, and backend infrastructure. This role focuses on building and maintaining internal developer tools, improving development workflows, and helping design scalable backend systems.
You will work across DevOps, backend services, and developer tooling to make our engineering teams more productive. This includes creating tooling such as linkers, scanners, and CI/CD integrations, improving Helm chart infrastructure, and contributing to backend architecture and design systems.
You will also play a key role in supporting UX lab operations, collaborating with clients during technical reviews, and helping shape backend system design.
Key ResponsibilitiesDeveloper Experience & Internal ToolingBuild and maintain internal developer tools that improve productivity and workflow automation.
Develop utilities such as code scanners, dependency tools, and build/linker tooling.
Improve the developer experience (DevEx) across the platform.
Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines.
Manage and optimize Kubernetes deployments using Helm charts.
Implement automation and infrastructure improvements to support engineering teams.
Improve monitoring, reliability, and operational tooling.
Design and implement backend services and APIs.
Contribute to backend design systems and architecture.
Build scalable and maintainable systems that support internal platforms and external clients.
Help operate and evolve RUXAILAB infrastructure and tooling.
Participate in client technical reviews and provide backend design guidance.
Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure scalable platform architecture.
Strong experience in backend development (Java, Node.js, Go, Python, or similar).
Experience with Kubernetes and Helm.
Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Experience building developer tooling or internal platforms.
Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and cloud infrastructure.
Strong understanding of backend architecture and API design.
Ability to improve developer workflows and engineering productivity.
Experience building developer platforms or DevEx tooling.
Experience with static analysis tools, code scanning, or build systems.
Experience with observability (Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry).
Familiarity with platform engineering concepts.
Experience working directly with clients on technical architecture reviews.
Why Work at M1?
M1 Technology is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.