Full Stack Developer - Federal Aviation Administration

Tetra Tech; Atlantic City (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Work-life balance

Collaborative culture

Learning and development

Job summary

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, seeks a Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer to design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain secure, scalable applications for FAA E-IDS in Egg Harbor, NJ. The role emphasizes Java/Spring Boot back-end, Angular front-end, REST APIs, and microservices in an Agile environment.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of enterprise software experience, strong CI/CD, Docker/Kubernetes, and FAA program familiarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or another related technical discipline.
• Eight (8) or more years of professional software development experience designing, developing, and supporting enterprise applications.
• Demonstrated experience developing applications using Java and the Spring Boot framework.
• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• Experience developing modern, responsive web applications using Angular or a comparable JavaScript/TypeScript framework.
• Experience working with relational databases and SQL.
• Experience implementing and supporting CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab CI, Jenkins, or similar technologies.
• Experience developing and deploying containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes/OpenShift.
• Experience working within Agile software development teams using Scrum or Kanban methodologies.
• Experience troubleshooting, debugging, and optimizing enterprise applications across development, integration, and test environments.
• Demonstrated experience supporting FAA software development programs, systems, or operational environments.
• Current FAA contractor credentials/badge, or the ability to obtain and maintain the credentials required for assignment to the FAA program.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain secure, scalable full-stack applications supporting the FAA Enterprise Information Display System (E-IDS).
• Develop and enhance back-end services using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices architecture.
• Build and maintain responsive front-end user interfaces using Angular or comparable modern web technologies.
• Collaborate with architects, platform engineers, DT Test, system integration, product owners, and other E-IDS development teams to deliver integrated software solutions.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Develop, troubleshoot, and optimize applications across development, integration, and test environments.
• Participate in peer code reviews and contribute to software quality, maintainability, and secure coding practices.
• Support CI/CD pipelines, containerized deployments, and DevSecOps practices.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including design artifacts, implementation notes, and operational documentation.
• Analyze and resolve software defects, performance issues, and integration challenges.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives involving software development processes, tools, quality, and maintainability.

Skills

Mentoring

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

Java

Spring Boot

Angular

REST APIs

Microservices

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes/OpenShift

Job description

Full Stack Developer - Federal Aviation Administration (Finance)

LS Technologies is seeking a highly experienced Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Enterprise Information Display System (E-IDS). The successful candidate will design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain secure, scalable enterprise applications using modern Java, Spring Boot, Angular, microservices, containerization, and DevSecOps technologies.

This position will collaborate closely with architects, platform engineers, test organizations, system integration teams, product owners, and other E-IDS development teams to deliver high-quality, integrated software solutions in an Agile development environment.

Salary is based on relevant years of experience: $100,000 - $110,000

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain secure, scalable full-stack applications supporting the FAA Enterprise Information Display System (E-IDS).
• Develop and enhance back-end services using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices architecture.
• Build and maintain responsive front-end user interfaces using Angular or comparable modern web technologies.
• Collaborate with architects, platform engineers, DT Test, system integration, product owners, and other E-IDS development teams to deliver integrated software solutions.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Develop, troubleshoot, and optimize applications across development, integration, and test environments.
• Participate in peer code reviews and contribute to software quality, maintainability, and secure coding practices.
• Support continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, containerized deployments, and DevSecOps practices.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including design artifacts, implementation notes, and operational documentation.
• Analyze and resolve software defects, performance issues, and integration challenges.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives involving software development processes, tools, quality, and maintainability.

Required Qualifications - A successful candidate will have

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or another related technical discipline.
• Eight (8) or more years of professional software development experience designing, developing, and supporting enterprise applications.
• Demonstrated experience developing applications using Java and the Spring Boot framework.
• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• Experience developing modern, responsive web applications using Angular or a comparable JavaScript/TypeScript framework.
• Experience working with relational databases and SQL.
• Experience implementing and supporting CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab CI, Jenkins, or similar technologies.
• Experience developing and deploying containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes/OpenShift.
• Experience working within Agile software development teams using Scrum or Kanban methodologies.
• Experience troubleshooting, debugging, and optimizing enterprise applications across development, integration, and test environments.
• Demonstrated experience supporting FAA software development programs, systems, or operational environments.
• Current FAA contractor credentials/badge, or the ability to obtain and maintain the credentials required for assignment to the FAA program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting FAA or other Federal Government software development programs.
• Experience developing cloud-native applications using OpenShift or Kubernetes platforms.
• Experience implementing secure software development and DevSecOps practices.
• Experience with Spring Cloud, Spring Security, and distributed microservices architectures.
• Experience working with messaging technologies such as RabbitMQ or similar message brokers.
• Experience using Elasticsearch or other enterprise search technologies.
• Experience working with PostgreSQL or other enterprise relational database platforms.
• Experience participating in software architecture activities, technical design reviews, and code reviews.
• Experience mentoring junior developers and providing technical leadership.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering, testing, and system integration teams.

Work Requirements and Additional Information

• Work Location: Egg Harbor, New Jersey
• Position is: Completely in person
• Work Hours: 40
• Background check: Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Physical Requirements
  • Extended Computer Use: Regular and prolonged periods of working at a computer terminal.
  • Lifting and Carrying: Occasional lifting of equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds may be required during installations or maintenance.
  • Mobility: Ability to move around the office environment to access computer hardware, networking equipment, and server rooms.
  • Dexterity: Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate computer equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform tasks requiring precision.
  • Sitting/Standing: Both prolonged sitting and occasional standing may be required for troubleshooting and attending to system issues.
• Work Environment/Environmental Factors
  • Primarily computer-based work; meetings or collaboration may be required.

About LS Technologies

At LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, we're enhancing our nation's critical infrastructure by providing engineering, technical, and professional services to Federal Government agencies. The quality of our work, deep technical expertise, and genuine passion for public service sets us apart. As a growing organization we are expanding our benefits and communication with our employees, offering add-ons that speak to our growing employees' needs. Join us in delivering high-quality solutions and shaping the future of safety and innovation for our government partners. In 2024 we joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organization.

EEO Commitment

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.

Requesting an Accommodation

LS Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by LS Technologies and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with LS Technologies and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please send us an email [e-mail] or speak with your recruiter.

Compensation (Pay Bands)

Salary at LST is determined by a wide array of factors, such as (but not limited to) education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.
The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and is based on full-time, 40 hour/week status. Part-time staff receive compensation at an hourly rate. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represents the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements) and is just one component of LSTs total compensation package for employees. ** In compliance with local laws, LS Technologies presents this reasonable compensation range as a guideline for roles in California, Colorado, New York, or Washington D.C.
Benefits offered to all employees who work 30+ hours per week: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Annual Leave, and Holidays.

Life at Tetra Tech:

• The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Additional Information

• Organization: 230 LST