Full Stack Software Engineer, Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Tuition assistance

Work-life programs

Dependent care

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Lead Full Stack Software Engineer to design, develop, and oversee end-to-end solutions. You will guide a team, translate requirements into scalable architectures, and ensure robust, maintainable code across front-end and back-end systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration, continuous improvement, and staying current with emerging technologies, while delivering production-ready software in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience designing, modifying, developing, writing, and implementing software using agile methods.
• Experience with Python, JSON and Terraform programming languages, Basic AI concept technologies, and Agentic AI.
• Experience with front-end technologies such as JavaScript, TypeScript, or React.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain web applications and services across the full stack.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Build responsive, accessible, and intuitive user interfaces.
• Develop robust server-side logic, APIs, and integrations with external systems.

Skills

Full stack development

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript/React

RESTful APIs & microservices

Agile methodologies

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Database experience (PostgreSQL/MySQL:

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

10+ years experience in software engineering in lieu of a degree

Tools

Terraform

JSON

Git

Job description

Full Stack Software Engineer, Lead The Opportunity: As a full stack developer, you can resolve a problem with a complete end-to-end solution in a fast, agile environment. If you’re looking for the chance to not just develop software, but to create a system that will make a difference, we need you on our team. We’re looking for a seasoned developer like you with the expertise needed to build software and systems from vision to production ready. This role is more than just coding. As a lead full stack developer at Booz Allen, you’ll oversee a team as they learn new tools and techniques and identify needed system improvements. You’ll help clients overcome their most difficult challenges using the latest architectural approaches, tools, and technologies. You’ll make sure the solution developed by the team considers the current architecture and operating environment, as well as future functionality and enhancements. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining scalable applications across both front-end and back-end systems. This role requires strong technical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Work On:

• Design, develop, and maintain web applications and services across the full stack.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Build responsive, accessible, and intuitive user interfaces.
• Develop robust server-side logic, APIs, and integrations with external systems.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize applications for performance and scalability.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment processes.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in software engineering.

You Have:

• 8+ years of experience designing, modifying, developing, writing, and implementing software programming applications using agile methods
• 8+ years of experience with software development using Python, JSON and Terraform programming languages, Basic AI concept technologies, and Agentic AI
• Experience with Agile methodology, extreme programming, software engineering, product management, and software products
• Experience with front-end technologies such as JavaScript, TypeScript, or React
• Experience with relational or NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB and cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Experience acquiring client requirements and resolving workflow problems through automation optimization
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs, microservices, and web architecture
• Knowledge of APIs logging, routing, and queueing server-side web applications
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
• Bachelor's degree or 10+ years of experience in software engineering in lieu of a degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience working with automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenance
• Experience mentoring junior staff and working in a collaborative environment
• Master's degree

Vetting:

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.

Skills Assessment

As part of Booz Allen's skills first hiring process, candidates must complete the required skills assessment to ensure they meet the Basic Qualifications for this role. Candidates must complete the assessment and meet the minimum proficiency threshold to continue in the hiring process.

Compensation

• Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care.
• Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.
• We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (annualized USD).

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

About Booz Allen

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