Full Stack Developer (5625)

SMX; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

SMX is seeking a Full Stack Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications and cloud-native solutions. The role involves code development in Java and Angular, API creation, and working in a containerized Docker environment within an Agile team.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 3 years of full-stack experience, and an active Top Secret clearance. Experience with Kafka, Cognito, Temporal, and USGIS libraries is preferred, along with AWS and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or related field.
• 3 years of professional experience in full-stack software development.
• Active Top Secret security clearance.
• Experience in Java development and the Angular framework.
• Proficiency with containerization using Docker.
• Familiarity with Kafka, Cognito, Temporal, and USGIS libraries.
• Ability to work in a team and multi-task in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• AWS certification and Security+ certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform code development tasks using Java and Angular framework.
• Develop applications within a containerized environment using Docker.
• Build and maintain backend services, APIs, and integrations (Kafka, Cognito, Temporal).
• Work with teams implementing Java stack applications, possibly with Oracle DB.
• Utilize DevSecOps pipelines for CI/CD.
• Collaborate with engineers, product owners, and stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure solutions.

Skills

Java

Angular

Team collaboration

Communication

Security awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems or CS

Tools

Docker

Kafka

Cognito

Temporal

USGIS libraries

Job description

SMX is seeking a Full Stack Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications and cloud-native solutions. Under general supervision, you will perform code development tasks, develop APIs, and utilize open-source platforms and tools within an Agile methodology. The ideal candidate is passionate about staying current with new technologies and has experience working in a team environment to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform code development tasks using Java and the Angular framework, following established code quality standards.
• Develop applications within a containerized environment using Docker.
• Build and maintain backend services, APIs, and integrations with tools such as Kafka, Cognito, and Temporal.
• Work with teams implementing applications in a Java stack, potentially with an Oracle database.
• Utilize DevSecOps pipelines for continuous integration and delivery.
• Collaborate with engineers, product owners, and stakeholders to deliver scalable and secure solutions.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or another related field.
• 3 years of professional experience in full-stack software development.
• Active Top Secret security clearance.
• Experience in Java development and the Angular framework.
• Proficiency with application containerization using Docker.
• Familiarity with tools such as Kafka, Cognito, Temporal, and USGIS libraries.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and multi-task in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• AWS certification and Security+ Certification

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with Amazon Bedrock or other enterprise generative AI platforms
• Experience implementing RAG architectures, AI agents, or orchestration frameworks
• Familiarity with vector databases, embeddings, and AI evaluation techniques
• Experience optimizing AI model usage for performance and cost efficiency
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies
• Experience supporting federal or DoD environments

The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$95,500-$159,100 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).