Frontend-Heavy Full Stack Developer

Unisys; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Unisys in Rockville, MD / Tysons, VA is seeking a Frontend-Heavy Full Stack Engineer to join a hybrid team. You will design scalable enterprise applications focused on regulatory operations, with strong frontend and backend Java Spring Boot work.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years, solid UI skills with React/Angular/TypeScript, cloud experience (AWS), automated testing, and an openness to GenAI-assisted coding to improve quality and velocity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on full stack development experience with a frontend emphasis.
• Expert-level Java development with Spring Boot and microservices architecture.
• Solid experience with AWS services (EC2, ECS, Lambda, S3, RDS, EMR) and DevOps tools (Docker, Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Experience with automated testing frameworks and test-driven development.
• Proven ability to critically review and apply GenAI-assisted code outputs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust full-stack applications supporting regulatory workflows.
• Build backend services using Java Spring Boot and design scalable microservices and REST APIs.
• Optimize database design and queries across relational and NoSQL systems (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Spark SQL).
• Use Python for scripting, automation, and data processing tasks.
• Apply AI-assisted development tools (e.g.,
• GitHub Copilot
• Kiro) across the SDLC for code generation, debugging, test automation, and documentation.
• Develop and maintain automated testing suites using tools like JUnit, Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Collaborate closely with product, data, and compliance teams to deliver impactful software solutions.
• Mentor peers, participate in code reviews, and uphold high coding standards.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices using AWS and containerization technologies.

Skills

Frontend emphasis

Java

Database /RDS

AWS

DevOps

Automated testing

GenAI code review

Tools

Spring Boot

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Spark SQL

Python

GitHub Copilot

Kiro

Selenium

Cypress

Playwright

JUnit

Job description

Frontend-Heavy Full Stack Developer (Hybrid - Rockville, MD or Tysons, VA | 3 days onsite)

Must have’s

• Primary: UI (can be Angular, React, Typescript, etc. no preference as long as strong UI and can pick up new tech)
• Secondary: Java
• Database /RDS
• AWS, DevOps
• Able to support automated testing
• GenAI code assist – can critically review AI output

About the Role:

We are looking for a high-performing Full Stack Engineer with a strong focus on frontend development to join our team. This role centers around building scalable, enterprise-grade applications that support financial regulatory operations. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with 5+ years of experience, skilled in modern frontend technologies, backend Java development, and cloud infrastructure, who actively leverages AI-powered tools to enhance productivity and code quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust full-stack applications supporting regulatory workflows.
• Build backend services using Java Spring Boot and design scalable microservices and REST APIs.
• Optimize database design and queries across relational and NoSQL systems (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Spark SQL).
• Use Python for scripting, automation, and data processing tasks.
• Apply AI-assisted development tools (e.g., "GitHub Copilot", "Kiro") across the SDLC for code generation, debugging, test automation, and documentation.
• Develop and maintain automated testing suites using tools like JUnit, Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Collaborate closely with product, data, and compliance teams to deliver impactful software solutions.
• Mentor peers, participate in code reviews, and uphold high coding standards.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices using AWS and containerization technologies.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on full stack development experience with a frontend emphasis.
• Expert-level Java development with Spring Boot and microservices architecture.
• Solid experience with AWS services (EC2, ECS, Lambda, S3, RDS, EMR) and DevOps tools (Docker, Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Experience with automated testing frameworks and test-driven development.
• Proven ability to critically review and apply GenAI-assisted code outputs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AWS certifications (Solutions Architect or Developer Associate).
• Experience with GitLab CI/CD.
• Certifications or experience with Generative AI technologies.

What We’re Looking For:

• A self-motivated, detail-oriented developer who writes clean, testable, and well-documented code.
• A proactive adopter of emerging AI tools to boost efficiency and code quality.
• A collaborative team player who can also drive independent initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a passion for regulatory technology and investor protection.

Location:

Rockville, MD or Tysons, VA (Hybrid, 3 days onsite)

Apply today to join a mission-driven team delivering innovative financial regulatory solutions!