Full Stack Developer (Java/Spring/Hibernate)

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Flexible schedule

Career growth

Collaborative culture

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. seeks an experienced Full Stack Engineer proficient in React, Java, and Spring to support high‑impact customer initiatives in Washington, DC.

The role emphasizes production-grade interfaces, microservices, and cloud tooling within an Agile setting. You will work across the stack with a focus on React and Python/Java, architect scalable services, and guide technical decisions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of full stack development experience.
• 5+ years of hands-on React development.
• Strong background in Java-based web development and distributed systems.
• Proven experience building production-grade React applications (components, routing, state management, APIs, optimization).
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools for design, implementation, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Solid understanding of application architecture and modern design patterns.
• Proficiency with Git, branching strategies, code reviews, and CI/CD.
• Experience leading engineering teams or mentoring developers.
• Familiarity with AWS or other cloud platforms.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance core services supporting customer intake, screening, and data dissemination.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and architectural issues.
• Work end-to-end across the stack with full ownership of implementation.
• Propose innovative, data-driven solutions that operate effectively at scale.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced, open, and highly technical environment.
• Lead and mentor developers to engineers and deliver high-quality software solutions.

Skills

React

Java

Spring

Hibernate

AWS

CI/CD

Git

Agile/Scrum

Microservices

REST APIs

Tools

Jira

Confluence

AWS

Job description

Full Stack Engineer – Remote Eligible (Washington, DC)

GDIT is seeking an experiencedFull Stack Engineer strong in (Java/Spring/Hibernate)to support high‑impact customer initiatives in Washington, DC. This role is ideal for engineers who excel in building production-grade user interfaces, thrive in Agile environments, and are excited about solving complex problems at scale.

About the Role

You will work across the entire application stack with a strong emphasis onReactand eitherPython or Java. You’ll architect and build performant microservices, tackle complex engineering challenges, and guide technical decision‑making. This role demands experience with high-throughput, low‑latency systems and modern cloud tooling.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and enhance core services supporting customer intake, screening, and data dissemination.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and architectural issues.
• Work end‑to‑end across the stack with full ownership of implementation.
• Propose innovative, data‑driven solutions that operate effectively at scale.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced, open, and highly technical environment.
• Lead and mentor developers to engineers and deliver high-quality software solutions.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of full stack development experience.
• 5+ years of hands‑on React development.
• Strong background in Java‑based web development and distributed systems.
• Proven experience building production‑grade React applications (components, routing, state management, APIs, optimization).
• Experience using AI‑assisted development tools for design, implementation, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Solid understanding of application architecture and modern design patterns.
• Proficiency with Git, branching strategies, code reviews, and CI/CD.
• Experience leading engineering teams or mentoring developers.
• Familiarity with AWS or other cloud platforms.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

Technical Skills:

• Spring Framework, Java, Hibernate, Oracle, SQL, React, Cloud Services (AWS), Jira, Confluence
• Jira or AWS DevOps to manage software development lifecycle activities.

Additional Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with refugee and immigrant populations and/or social programs, a plus
• Knowledge of procurement/acquisition processes desired
• Experience integrating with AWS SDKs (e.g., S3).
• Developing scalable RESTful services in cloud environments.
• Understanding of Section 508 accessibility standards and testing tools.
• Familiarity with modern UI/UX principles.

Other

• US Citizenship Required
• Security Clearance Level: successful candidate will be required to undergo public trust investigation
• Location: Remote (workday operates on Eastern Time Zone)
• Familiarity with serving as a consultant or contractor in the Federal Government desired

What We Offer

• Flexible work schedule.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Opportunities for career growth and internal mobility.
• A collaborative, innovative engineering culture.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on mission‑critical systems.