Back-End Node Developer

631 Booz Allen Hamilton_United States; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen is seeking a Back-End Node Developer to build scalable APIs and services using Node.js, Express, and TypeScript. You will design and optimize data models, collaborate with front-end teams, and implement robust backend solutions for diverse clients.

The role requires 4+ years of Node/Express experience, knowledge of MongoDB or SQL, Docker/Kubernetes, Agile practices, and a security clearance. A Bachelor's degree is required; Master’s degree is a plus.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with Node Express back-end development.
• Experience with Node.js and modern TypeScript practices.
• Experience with Database Design, including MongoDB or SQL.
• Experience working in an Agile environment.
• Experience with container and container orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain back-end services and APIs with a focus on reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with front-end and product teams to design scalable solutions.
• Implement secure and efficient data storage and access patterns.
• Participate in code reviews and continuous improvement of development processes.

Skills

Node.js/Express

TypeScript

Agile methodologies

Database design

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (nice to have)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

MongoDB

SQL

Job description

Back-End Node Developer

Back-End Node Developer The Opportunity: As a back-end developer, you know that a good site or system needs the right combination of clean code, APIs, analytics, and infrastructure to develop a user-focused solution. We’re looking for an experienced back-end developer with the software engineering skills it takes to identify potential risks, contribute to solution development, and create efficient and effective systems for our clients. As a back-end developer at Booz Allen, you’ll use the latest architectural approaches and open-source frameworks and tools to deliver solutions. Using your software engineering experience, you’ll work with the development team to create custom tools, systems, and sites with consistent performance and scalability. In this role, you’ll make a mission-forward impact as you further your skillset and career. Work with us as we shape systems for the better. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 4+ years of experience with Node Express back-end development
• Experience with Node.js and modern TypeScript practices
• Experience with Database Design, including MongoDB or SQL
• Experience working in an Agile environment
• Experience with container and container orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with Keycloak
• Experience with programming in modern JavaScript frameworks such as VueJS, React, or Angular
• Experience with NGINX
• Experience with Bash scripting
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree
• Security+ Certification

Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Skills Assessment

As part of Booz Allen’s skills first hiring process, candidates must complete the required skills assessment to ensure they meet the Basic Qualifications for this role. Candidates must complete the assessment and meet the minimum proficiency threshold to continue in the hiring process.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.

Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

About Booz Allen

Booz Allen is an advanced technology company. We build commercial-grade products and solutions for America’s most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities.

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