26-1084 - Full Stack Software Engineer - Herndon, VA

Navitas Business Consulting, Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business consulting firm is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer in Herndon, VA. The role includes developing full-stack applications with React and Node.js, maintaining AWS services, and mentoring team members. The ideal candidate must have a BS degree, active Secret Clearance, and 3+ years of relevant experience in software development. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative team environment with cutting-edge technologies.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in software development.
• Experience with microservices architecture and cloud implementations.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance full-stack applications with React and Node.js.
• Set up and maintain REST APIs and microservices in AWS.
• Mentor others in development technologies and processes.

Skills

React

Node.js

Spring Boot

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL

NoSQL

Java

Python

Education

BS Degree

Tools

Git

GitHub

Jenkins

Job description

Full Stack Software Engineer

Job ID: 26-1084

Clearance: Minimum Secret clearance

Location: Herndon, VA

Who We Are

Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.

What We Do

At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting‑edge transformative solutions.

What you’ll do

You will build and enhance full‑stack applications by developing React front‑end features and creating back‑end services with Node.js and Spring Boot. You will set up and maintain REST APIs and microservices, then deploy and operate them in AWS (including Lambda and other cloud services) using Docker/Kubernetes. You will design and work with SQL/NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL/Oracle/Aurora/DynamoDB) to support application data and analytics needs. You will work closely with the team in an Agile/DevSecOps environment, using Git/Jenkins and standard SDLC practices, and help guide others through code reviews and technical mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Proven experience as a Full Stack Engineer, with a strong focus on or React and Node.js, Spring boot and a minimum of 3+ years of working experience.
• Solid understanding of cloud‑native development principles and experience with cloud platforms like AWS.
• Ability to develop and maintain responsive web applications ensuring high performance, usability, and scalability.
• Experience with AWS services like Lambda, EC2, EMR, Redshift, Glue, S3, IAM, RDS, Aurora, DynamoDB etc.
• Hands‑on experience in relational databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, RDS, Amazon Aurora, SQL Server are desirable)
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to think critically and analytically.
• Utilize programming languages like Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala, Open‑Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, Aurora Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of AWS tools and services.
• Strong experience with Databases design (SQL, NoSQL) and analytics
• Mentor others in development technologies, tools, and processes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience building out design systems, pattern libraries, and/or style guides is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidate must have an active Secret Clearance
• BS Degree and 3+ years of prior relevant experience
• Utilize programming languages like Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala, Spring boot, Open‑Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of AWS tools and services.
• Expert understanding of microservices architecture and cloud implementations, using Amazon Web Services
• 3+ years of experience setting up and working with Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments, especially AWS Lambda and other serverless technologies.
• Solid knowledge of Kubernetes platform including migration activities.
• Use of industry leading tools like Git, GitHub, Jenkins, Unix bash scripting
• Expert knowledge of the software development lifecycle
• In‑depth experience with common Agile practices, service‑oriented environments, and better development practices
• In‑depth experience working in an Agile environment.
• Experience building out design systems, pattern libraries, and/or style guides is a plus.
• Solid understanding of cloud‑native development principles and experience with cloud platforms like AWS is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

Desired Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of Java development
• Solid knowledge of AWS application migration
• Well versed with using version control systems
• Well versed with using issue/problem tracking systems