Applications Developer

Freedom Technology Solutions Group; Chantilly, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation and benefits

401(k) matching

Job summary

Freedom Technology Solutions Group is seeking an Applications Developer/ Software Engineer to join our Virginia team. The role covers full-stack development, cloud infrastructure, and microservices with an emphasis on security, accreditation, and DevOps.

You will lead Agile teams, translate requirements into actionable work, and collaborate across security, operations, and testing to ensure on-time delivery and high-quality software across web and mobile platforms.

Qualifications

• Experience guiding Agile teams in complex projects and delivering cloud-based applications.
• Strong understanding of modern full-stack development and security practices.
• Ability to translate requirements into user stories and technical tasks within Lean Agile processes.
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Git and modern DevOps tooling.
• Experience architecting scalable microservices and data pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary Agile teams through sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily scrums using Jira.
• Translate customer requirements into MVIs, features, and user stories within a Lean Agile framework.
• Design and deploy scalable cloud infrastructure and containerized services.
• Collaborate across security, operations, and testing to ensure delivery and accreditation.
• Develop RESTful APIs and backend services with Java, Python, and Node.js.

Skills

Agile leadership

Cloud infrastructure

Full stack development

UI/UX accessibility

API & microservices

System architecture

DevOps

Java/Python/Node.js

React

Security & accreditation

Jira/Confluence/Git

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AWS/Azure/GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD tools

Job description

Freedom Technology Solutions Group is looking for an Applications Developer/ Software Engineer to add to our team based out of Virginia! This work is new and requires experience or familiarity with the following skillsets:Agile Program & Scrum Leadership, Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps, Full Stack & Web Application Development, UI/UX & Accessibility, API & Microservices Engineering, System Architecture & Microservices, Data Engineering & ETL Pipelines,Database Design & Optimization,Search, Discovery & Knowledge Management,Visualization & Dashboarding,Cybersecurity, Accreditation & Risk Mitigation,AI/ML & Natural Language Processing,Geospatial & Mobile Development,Technical Communication & Documentation.

Required Skills:

• Lead multi-disciplinary Agile teams through sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily scrums using Jira
• Translate customer requirements into MVIs, features, and user stories within a Lean Agile framework
• Monitor concurrent high-visibility projects, manage risks, and deliver on schedule and within budget
• Coordinate across security, operations, and testing teams to ensure smooth delivery and accreditation
• Work in Agile/Scrum environments using JIRA, Confluence, and Git for sprint planning and backlog management
• Translate business requirements into user stories and technical tasks
• Coordinate across teams to manage releases, documentation, and stakeholder communications
• Provide surge support and participate in daily stand-ups, code reviews, and retrospectives
• Design and deploy scalable cloud infrastructure using AWS, Azure, GCP, and container orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes
• Deploy and manage applications using EC2, S3, Lambda, EKS, RDS, CloudWatch, Route53, and API Gateway
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git, GitHub, GitLab, Nexus, and automation tools like Terraform and Ansible
• Implement DevSecOps practices including infrastructure-as-code, vulnerability scanning, and multi-tenant support
• Migrate legacy applications to cloud environments and optimize for scalability and security
• Monitor cloud infrastructure and implement proactive security and performance measures
• Use cloud-native scripting and provisioning tools for automation across Linux and Windows environments
• Build backend services using Java, Python, Spring Boot, Node.js, Express, Ruby on Rails, and Golang
• Design and maintain applications using MVC architecture and modern design patterns
• Maintain legacy codebases while implementing modern enhancements and refactoring for performance
• Support application development across web, mobile, and cloud platforms
• Design and implement UI/UX wireframes, mockups, and accessibility-compliant interfaces
• Support legacy system modernization and transition to cloud-native platforms
• Build responsive user interfaces using React, MaterialUI, Bootstrap, Greensock, and Kendo UI
• Ensure Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 compliance using ARIA, JAWS, NVDA, and WAVE tools
• Create wireframes, storyboards, and design templates for reusable components
• Collaborate with designers to translate UX concepts into pixel-perfect interfaces
• Design and develop RESTful APIs using Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, and Python
• Integrate middleware services for data exchange and system interoperability
• Develop secure and scalable backend services for data ingestion and processing
• Maintain and document API endpoints for internal and external consumers
• Integrate services using publish/subscribe, service buses, and message queues
• Design scalable, distributed systems using microservices, event-driven, and containerized architectures
• Implement backend services with fault tolerance, redundancy, and high availability
• Refactor legacy applications into modular, cloud-native components
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align architecture with mission needs
• Build and manage ETL pipelines using Spark, NiFi, PySpark, PL/SQL, Python, Bash, Bonobo, and CRON
• Design data models and transform JSON/XML formats into query-friendly structures
• Perform data ingestion, cleansing, and transformation across structured and unstructured formats
• Integrate data sources into operational data stores and analytics platforms
• Automate data flows and monitor ingestion health using enterprise tools
• Conduct data quality analysis and develop documentation for ingestion workflows
• Design and maintain relational and NoSQL databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, Aurora, MongoDB, and DynamoDB
• Write and optimize PL/SQL scripts, stored procedures, and complex queries
• Administer Elasticsearch clusters and support search indexing for large datasets
• Model data objects across document and relational systems for scalable integration
• Develop federated search services and tagging tools to enable enterprise-wide data discovery
• Integrate Solr, Elastic, and recommendation engines to surface relevant content across structured and unstructured datasets
• Build and maintain content-based filtering systems and alerting services for real-time insights
• Support knowledge management workflows including foldering, curation, and metadata tagging
• Build and maintain dashboards using Tableau, Tableau Prep, Elasticsearch, and custom visualization tools
• Administer Tableau Server and manage licenses, cost recovery, and user support
• Develop metrics systems and self-service portals for usage tracking and reporting
• Support data-driven decision-making through visual analytics and stakeholder engagement
• Lead system accreditation efforts using ICD-503 and manage ATO lifecycle
• Implement secure system architectures with certificate management, POAM tracking, and FISMA controls
• Conduct technical risk assessments and provide mitigation guidance for enterprise systems
• Implement RMF and A&A processes using tools like XACTA and Nessus
• Secure applications through encryption, access control, and vulnerability remediation
• Analyze network configurations and procurement processes for compliance and security
• Support vulnerability mitigation and secure deployment across hybrid environments
• Integrate AI/ML capabilities including deepfake detection, recommendation engines, and NLP pipelines
• Support Named Entity Recognition (NER) using SpaCy and regular expressions
• Develop solutions for document classification and predictive analytics using Sponsor-specific tools
• Evaluate and deploy COTS AI/ML platforms into mission workflows
• Develop Android/iOS mobile apps using React Native, Electron, and secure mobile frameworks
• Serve as SME for mobile OS security, hardware integration, and geospatial data workflows
• Integrate GIS tools with enterprise systems and support cross-platform deployment
• Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to align mobile capabilities with mission needs
• Create PMR slides, sprint reports, and stakeholder briefings to communicate technical progress
• Translate complex technical concepts into accessible language for diverse audiences
• Document system architectures, security plans, implementation guides, and operational procedures
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• An active security clearance with a polygraph

What’s in It for You?

Flexible work environment

A team mentality – work with friendly, like-minded professionals

Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies

Enjoy extremely competitive compensation and benefits

A work-life balance you can count on

Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime

The Benefits You Get with Freedom

Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more

Generous paid time off – including paid site closure days

Competitive salary offerings

Paid training and tuition reimbursement

Fully paid life and disability

Company sponsored events (game nights, holiday party, summer party, happy hours)

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