Full-Stack Software Engineer

Worky; McNair (VA); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

iDirectGov is seeking a mid-level Full Stack Engineer to design and implement web features using modern frameworks, from requirements through production. You will add functionality and fix customer-facing bugs in an existing web app, while contributing to UI architecture and prototypes for stakeholder reviews.

The role emphasizes Go, GraphQL, Vue, and microservices, with opportunities to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate in an Agile scrum team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related full‑stack development.
• Proven working experience in front and back‑end application development.
• Strong expertise with various JavaScript frameworks (Vue, Angular, etc.).
• Strong expertise with Web Services and RESTful Applications
• Expertise with NodeJS, WebSockets and in-depth understanding of Microservices methodologies
• Familiarity with HTML5 and CSS3
• Familiarity with system‑level issues such as scaling, security, and responsiveness
• Solid programming experience in object‑oriented design and development
• Linux or a POSIX O/S environment
• Familiarity with software configuration management, defect tracking tools, and peer review
• Strong documentation and writing skills

Responsibilities

• Design and implement web application features using modern web frameworks and techniques, from requirements to production and deployment
• Add new functionality and solve customer-facing bugs within an existing web application
• Contribute to the architecture and design of new and existing User Interfaces
• Prepare prototypes/screenshots to share with stakeholders for review and approval
• Advice on best practices, new techniques, software quality, and process improvement
• Create, modify, and maintain RESTful Web Services
• Develop applications built with Go, GraphQL, Vue, and similar modern technologies
• Assist with the estimation of time and effort required to implement new features
• Participate in design reviews, peer code reviews, and improve overall product quality
• Interface with cross-functional teams to successfully implement feature dependencies
• Act as a member of an Agile scrum team

Skills

Full-stack dev

Front-end

Back-end

Vue.js

Angular

RESTful

Node.js

WebSockets

HTML5

CSS3

Scalability

Security

OO design

Linux

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software, Systems, Mathematics, or related technical field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Bitbucket

Git

SharePoint

Jenkins

Artifactory

Job description

Overview

iDirectGov's hubs, satellite routers and network management software address the growing complexity of deploying and managing global IP networks. iDirect Government’s specialized technology includes transmission security (TRANSEC), Communication Signal Interference Removal (CSIR) anti-jam technology and Open Antenna Modem Interface Protocol (OpenAMIP). We bring innovation, integration and intelligence to satellite-based IP communications that government and military organizations trust. By providing quality certifications with the most bandwidth-efficient, scalable and highly secure platform, we have rapidly become the technology provider of choice for military and government-driven mission‑critical applications.

We are seeking for a team player with solid technical skills to work with our team of smart, creative, and dedicated engineering team-members. This position is based out of our Herndon, VA location with the option of a remote work schedule.

This is a mid-level position for a Full Stack Engineer. We value creative problem solving, logical thinking, enthusiasm, and the ability to learn quickly. Candidates must have a strong technical background and be capable of coming up to speed on new technologies quickly. Good communication skills, great problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both individually and collaboratively in a team environment are required. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with the smartest team and the very latest technologies, then this is the job for you!

Responsibilities

• Design and implement web application features using modern web frameworks and techniques, from requirements to production and deployment
• Add new functionality and solve customer-facing bugs within an existing web application
• Contribute to the architecture and design of new and existing User Interfaces
• Prepare prototypes/screenshots to share with stakeholders for review and approval
• Advice on best practices, new techniques, software quality, and process improvement
• Create, modify, and maintain RESTful Web Services
• Develop applications built with Go, GraphQL, Vue, and similar modern technologies
• Assist with the estimation of time and effort required to implement new features
• Participate in design reviews, peer code reviews, and improve overall product quality
• Interface with cross-functional teams to successfully implement feature dependencies
• Act as a member of an Agile scrum team

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related full‑stack development
• Proven working experience in front and back‑end application development
• Strong expertise with various JavaScript frameworks (Vue, Angular, etc.)
• Strong expertise with Web Services and RESTful Applications
• Expertise with NodeJS, WebSockets and in-depth understanding of Microservices methodologies
• Familiarity with HTML5 and CSS3
• Familiarity with system‑level issues such as scaling, security, and responsiveness
• Solid programming experience in object‑oriented design and development
• Linux or a POSIX O/S environment
• Familiarity with software configuration management, defect tracking tools, and peer review
• Strong documentation and writing skills

Additional experience in the following areas is a plus

• Knowledge of satellite communication protocols
• C++, Java, or other object‑oriented programming language
• Understanding of SQL and database access for relational Databases; PostgreSQL, MariaDB, MySQL
• Working knowledge of NoSQL databases (Redis, MongoDB, etc.)
• Familiarity with Responsive Design Frameworks such as Bootstrap
• Familiarity with developing web interfaces for embedded devices a plus
• Networking protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP and IPv6
• Familiarity with Docker, GraphQL, Kubernetes, Go, Conan, cmake, C++11
• Working knowledge of Jira, Confluence, BitBucket, Git, SharePoint, Jenkins and Artifactory

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software, Systems, Mathematics, or related technical field.

Clearance: Active DoD security clearance or ability to obtain a secret level DoD clearance.

Travel: 0-10%

Pay Range: $70,769 - $123,818

The iDirect Government salary range for this position is intended to provide a general guideline for compensation. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the duties and responsibilities of the role, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and other business or legal considerations. The posted range is not a guarantee of compensation.

iDirect Government is an Equal Opportunity / Affinitve Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status.