Federal Full-Stack Python & DevOps Engineer

FUTREND Technology Inc.; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Futrend Technology, Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Full Stack & DevOps Engineer to support the National Library of Medicine (NLM) in developing, modernizing, and securing enterprise web applications.

You will work across Python/Django, Java/Spring Boot, and Node.js, while maintaining AWS-based, secure cloud environments. The candidate thrives in federal IT, works with multiple languages, and builds interoperable systems for NIH stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 3+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• 5+ years full-stack development experience.
• Strong programming capabilities in Python, Java, and Node.js.
• Proficiency in Git and collaborative development workflows.
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design and systems integration.
• Hands-on expertise with AWS (EC2, S3, RDS/Aurora, Lambda, CloudFront, IAM).
• Deep experience with MongoDB including schema design, indexing, and performance optimization.
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL/Oracle/MySQL).
• Test automation experience with Selenium/WebDriver and Selenium Grid.
• Experience implementing IaC with Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Understanding of secure authentication/authorization (OAuth 2.0, SSO), Zero Trust practices, and NIH security requirements.
• Strong skills in Linux, networking fundamentals, observability, and performance troubleshooting.
• Must be eligible for a Public Trust clearance and pass federal background screening.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python (Django/FastAPI), Java (Spring Boot/Quarkus), and Node.js (Express/NestJS).
• Build secure REST and GraphQL APIs supporting interoperability across NIH systems.
• Develop modern, responsive front-end applications using React or Angular, following USWDS and Section 508 accessibility standards.
• Operate and enhance AWS environments, including EC2, S3, RDS/Aurora, IAM, CloudFront, and Lambda.
• Build, monitor, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.
• Manage and optimize MongoDB clusters including schema design, indexing, performance tuning, backup strategy, and replication.
• Support relational databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, or MySQL.
• Develop Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform or AWS CloudFormation for secure, repeatable deployments.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot application issues using CloudWatch, ELK/OpenSearch, and observability tools.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including architecture diagrams, runbooks, SOPs, and configuration standards.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to engineering standards, governance, and best practices.

Skills

Python

Java

Node.js

AWS

MongoDB

REST API

Git

CI/CD

Selenium

Terraform

OAuth 2.0

Linux

Zero Trust

NIH security

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Tools

Git

AWS

MongoDB

Terraform

CloudFormation

Kubernetes

Elasticsearch/OpenSearch

Job description

Futrend Technology, Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Full Stack & DevOps Engineer to support the National Library of Medicine (NLM) in developing, modernizing, and securing enterprise web applications.

You will work across Python/Django, Java/Spring Boot, and Node.js, while maintaining AWS-based, secure cloud environments. The candidate thrives in federal IT, works with multiple languages, and builds interoperable systems for NIH stakeholders.