Support a critical government program in Chantilly, VA by building and evolving secure, scalable software for Intelligence Community customers.

Lead design and development of scalable full-stack applications from initial requirements through deployment and sustainment
Architect and implement backend services using Python and modern application frameworks
Develop and integrate RESTful APIs to enable interoperability, data exchange, and distributed application functionality
Design and optimize relational database solutions with a focus on performance, scalability, and maintainability
Build and enhance responsive user interfaces using JavaScript, Angular, and modern front-end development practices
Collaborate with architects, engineers, and mission stakeholders to evaluate requirements, shape technical approaches, and deliver solutions
Diagnose complex defects, integration challenges, and performance issues; implement fixes that improve reliability
Provide technical input through design reviews, peer code reviews, and engineering discussions aligned to sound development practices
Contribute to technical planning, estimation, testing, deployment, and long-term application sustainment
Support Agile delivery activities and drive continuous improvement in development and engineering practices
Ensure solutions meet established security, performance, scalability, and maintainability objectives

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Approximately 10+ years of professional experience designing and delivering enterprise software solutions
Advanced proficiency in Python for backend and application development
Strong command of JavaScript and modern front-end development practices
Expertise with Angular or comparable modern front-end frameworks
Proven ability to design, develop, and integrate RESTful APIs within distributed applications
Hands-on knowledge of Oracle databases, including SQL development, application integration, and data access
Background working with relational database technologies such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or MySQL
Experience developing and maintaining applications within Linux/Unix environments
Understanding of software engineering practices including version control, automated testing, peer reviews, and secure development principles
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and contributing across the full software development lifecycle
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving capabilities

Requires an ACTIVE Top Secret/SCI Clearance with Polygraph
To be considered, you must have an ACTIVE Clearance Level of Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph

Hands-on development of APIs using FastAPI
Working knowledge of SQLAlchemy or comparable ORM technologies for application-to-database integration
Background designing and deploying cloud-based applications, particularly within AWS environments
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automated software delivery
Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, microservices, and other distributed application technologies
Proficiency with development and infrastructure tools such as Git, Jenkins, Terraform, or similar platforms
Knowledge of Elasticsearch, OpenSearch, or comparable search and analytics technologies
Ability to provide technical direction, mentor fellow engineers, or contribute to development standards
Previous support of Intelligence Community or Department of Defense software development programs

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