Full Stack Developer (Python/React.js)

We are building a team for one of the U.S. Federal Government's largest technology modernization programs, underpinning the U.S. capital markets. Built on AWS and leveraging an AI-powered software engineering platform, this program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with next-generation AI, Agentic AI, cloud technologies, and AI-driven engineering.

About the role

The Full Stack Developer (Python/React.js) will design, develop, and deploy scalable web applications supporting the DHS/USCIS FINCH program. The role requires hands-on development experience with Python, React.js, Java/Spring Boot, relational and NoSQL databases, microservices-based architectures, and commonly used AWS services. Working as part of a cross-functional Agile DevSecOps team, the developer will collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to translate client requirements into secure, reliable, and maintainable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement Python-based enterprise solutions that meet client requirements.
• Develop full-stack web applications using Python, React.js, Java, and Spring Boot.
• Design solutions using object-oriented methodologies, design patterns, microservices, streaming technologies, database design, and data modeling.
• Collaborate with cross-functional Agile team members to plan work, follow development best practices, and communicate progress to the client.
• Support quality-focused development practices, including test-driven development.
• Apply Agile development values and principles as part of an Agile DevSecOps team.
• Conduct code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of the codebase.
• Evaluate the technical effort required to implement client requirements.
• Participate in creating and estimating user stories.
• Participate in all Agile ceremonies and events.
• Work with team members to ensure that technical user stories and acceptance criteria are accurately documented.
• Contribute to system design and procedural documentation.
• Lead developers in the design and delivery of cloud-based, continuously deployed client solutions.
• Communicate directly with non-technical client stakeholders and translate business needs into technical requirements and visualizations.
• Develop reasonable and accurate time estimates for assigned tasks.
• Prioritize and independently manage assigned work while adapting to changing priorities, feedback, and client needs.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of professional Python backend software or application development experience.
• At least 5 years of hands-on front-end development experience with React.js.
• Professional experience developing Java/Spring Boot backend applications.
• Professional experience building microservices-based architectures.
• Experience working within Agile frameworks such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Experience leading developers in the design and delivery of cloud-based, continuously deployed client solutions.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Current residence within the continental United States.
• Willingness to work Eastern Time business hours.
• Ability to pass a seven-year background check and obtain and maintain a U.S. Government clearance.

Skills

• Python backend development.
• React.js front-end development.
• Java and Spring Boot backend development.
• Microservices-based architecture.
• Hands-on experience with at least one NoSQL database, such as MongoDB or DynamoDB.
• Hands-on experience with a relational database management system, such as SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQL.
• Familiarity with commonly used AWS services, including S3, EC2, SQS, Lambda, and RDS.
• Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools, such as GitHub Copilot, including generating, reviewing, and validating code within AI-driven workflows.
• Object-oriented methodologies, design patterns, database design, and data modeling.
• Test-driven development and code-review practices.
• Jira.
• Strong client-facing communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to translate non-technical business requirements into technical requirements and effective visualizations.
• Ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Preferred: Python certification, AWS certification, and/or Java certification.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Active or current DHS-USCIS Entry on Duty clearance or investigation.
• Experience working in an onsite client technical-consulting environment.