Full Stack Developer

Key Tasks

• End-to-End Development: Design, develop, test, and deploy full-stack web applications using modern frameworks (e.g., React.js for the frontend and Java/Spring Boot for the backend).
• Cloud Integration: Architect and deploy scalable microservices within Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments, utilizing services such as AWS Lambda, EKS, RDS (PostgreSQL), and S3.
• DevSecOps & Automation: Integrate code into automated CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, Maven) to ensure continuous integration, continuous deployment, and automated security testing (e.g., SonarQube, Fortify) prior to production release.
• Database Engineering: Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and migrations, transitioning legacy architectures to modern, cloud-native relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL).
• Security & Compliance: Ensure all software products comply with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST 800-53 controls, and specific agency security policies.
• Collaboration: Participate in Agile ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Retrospectives) and collaborate cross-functionally with UI/UX designers to implement Human-Centered Design (HCD) principles.
• System Performance: Monitor application health and performance using tools like Splunk and New Relic, proactively resolving bugs, performance bottlenecks, and security vulnerabilities.

Required Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack software development.
• Frontend Technologies: Proficiency in modern JavaScript frameworks, specifically React.js, alongside HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
• Backend Technologies: Strong programming skills in Java, J2EE, and the Spring Boot framework, with a deep understanding of RESTful API design and microservices architecture.
• Database: Proven experience with relational databases, specifically PostgreSQL, including complex query optimization and data mapping.
• Cloud/DevOps: Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services (GovCloud preferred) and containerization/orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Clearance: TS/SCI w/Poly

Desired Skills

• Prior experience supporting federal government agencies (e.g., DoD, CMS, DISA, or Intelligence Community).
• Industry-recognized certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer, CompTIA Security+ / DoD 8570 IAT Level II, SAFe Agile Certification).
• Familiarity with Human-Centered Design (HCD) approaches and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma).
• Experience with legacy modernization efforts (e.g., transitioning mainframe COBOL/Db2 to modern cloud architectures).

Education/Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.

Pay

• The proposed salary range for this position in Virginia is 162,150 to 259,440. Final salary will be determined based on various factors.

Benefits

• Healthcare, retirement plan, paid disability and life insurance programs, employee assistance program, paid and unpaid leave programs, education assistance, and wellness initiatives.
• Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large.
• Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we're here to help you grow your career and create lasting relationships.
• Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA's culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection.
• Empowering Health: DCCA's benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work.
• Mission Focused Work: From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today's IT problems.