IVA Software Engineer

Worky; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxhole Technology in Arlington, VA is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain cloud-native web applications using React, Next.js, NestJS, and TypeScript, with AWS-based deployment and data-quality focus. You will collaborate in an agile SCRUM environment, contribute to deployment automation, and support testing activities.

The role requires an active DoD Secret clearance, strong communication skills, and experience integrating applications with Oracle and PostgreSQL

Qualifications

• 5+ years progressive experience gathering requirements and analysis.
• BS degree preferred.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations.
• Familiarity with product development methodologies and Agile practices.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Experience with data analysis, reporting, or business process mapping preferred.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy cloud-native web applications using React, Next.js (frontend), and NestJS (backend), following a modular, service-oriented architecture.
• Implement AWS-native infrastructure patterns including Lambda functions, API Gateway, S3, and ECS/Fargate in lieu of traditional IIS/server-based hosting.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient TypeScript/JavaScript code, adhering to NIST security requirements.
• Integrate NestJS applications with relational databases (Oracle and/or PostgreSQL/Aurora).
• Develop and maintain database objects including stored procedures, functions, and schema migrations using ORM tooling (e.g., TypeORM or Prisma).
• Utilize database tools such as DBeaver, pgAdmin, or SQL Developer for development and troubleshooting.
• Drive data quality initiatives and provide production support for database-related issues.
• Participate in automated deployment processes using AWS-native tooling (CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CloudFormation/CDK) or equivalent IaC frameworks.
• Collaborate with team members to create and maintain deployment automation scripts and documentation.
• Use CI/CD tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, and Nexus to manage code repositories, build pipelines, and artifact storage.
• Contribute to continuous integration and delivery processes to ensure rapid and reliable software releases.
• Integrate web applications with multi-factor authentication (MFA) products such as OKTA and CyberArk.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Work in an agile scrum environment, actively participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including testers, to swarm stories and resolve issues quickly.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of technical documentation.
• Provide ongoing support to the testing teams, including troubleshooting, clarifying requirements, and resolving defects to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Utilize Jira Service Management for issue tracking, service requests, and project management.

Skills

Active DoD Secret Clearance

Stakeholder management

Agile practices

Data analysis

Communication

Requirements gathering

Synthesis of complex information

Team collaboration

Education

BS degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Next.js

NestJS

TypeORM

Prisma

Oracle

PostgreSQL

Aurora

DBeaver

pgAdmin

SQL Developer

CodePipeline

CodeBuild

CloudFormation

CDK

Jira Service Management

GitLab

Jenkins

Nexus

Job description

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (1-2 days onsite per week)

Clearance: Active Secret

Foxhole Technology provides robust cybersecurity and IT support capabilities for federal civilian and defense agencies. A recognized leader in navigating technology and security challenges, Foxhole delivers mission-focused innovations to answer evolving and complex needs. Our talented employee-owners provide agile, scalable services and solutions that solve operational gaps, operate critical systems, and protect and secure the enterprise – across the organization and around the world.

Foxhole Technology is seeking a Software Engineer who will design, develop, and maintain cloud-native web applications using JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Next.js, and NestJS. The successful candidate will integrate software solutions with relational databases, support production environments on AWS, and drive data quality. The engineer will work collaboratively in an agile scrum environment, contributing to deployment automation, documentation, and supporting testing activities.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and deploy cloud-native web applications using React, Next.js (frontend), and NestJS (backend), following a modular, service-oriented architecture.
• Implement AWS-native infrastructure patterns including Lambda functions, API Gateway, S3, and ECS/Fargate in lieu of traditional IIS/server-based hosting.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient TypeScript/JavaScript code, adhering to NIST security requirements.
• Integrate NestJS applications with relational databases (Oracle and/or PostgreSQL/Aurora).
• Develop and maintain database objects including stored procedures, functions, and schema migrations using ORM tooling (e.g., TypeORM or Prisma).
• Utilize database tools such as DBeaver, pgAdmin, or SQL Developer for development and troubleshooting.
• Drive data quality initiatives and provide production support for database-related issues.
• Participate in automated deployment processes using AWS-native tooling (CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CloudFormation/CDK) or equivalent IaC frameworks.
• Collaborate with team members to create and maintain deployment automation scripts and documentation.
• Use CI/CD tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, and Nexus to manage code repositories, build pipelines, and artifact storage.
• Contribute to continuous integration and delivery processes to ensure rapid and reliable software releases.
• Integrate web applications with multi-factor authentication (MFA) products such as OKTA and CyberArk.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Work in an agile scrum environment, actively participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including testers, to swarm stories and resolve issues quickly.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of technical documentation.
• Provide ongoing support to the testing teams, including troubleshooting, clarifying requirements, and resolving defects to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Utilize Jira Service Management for issue tracking, service requests, and project management.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 5+ years progressive experience gathering requirements and analysis.
• BS degree preferred
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations
• Familiarity with product development methodologies and Agile practices
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Experience with data analysis, reporting, or business process mapping preferred
• Active DoD Secret Clearance

Virginia Pay Range

$140,000 — $155,000 USD

Requirements of position: Think analytically, effective verbal and written communication skills, make decisions, observe/remember details, interpret data, concentrate on tasks, adjust to change, handle stress/emotions. Regular attendance, maintain work schedule, attend meetings, meet deadlines, keyboard/type, handle confidential information, use math/calculations, stay organized, operate office equipment, may direct others. May be exposed to dust/dirt, humidity, and noise

Foxhole Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected class.

At Foxhole Technology, we are committed to pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws for both applicants and our employee-owners. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number factors as permitted by law.

Foxhole Technology offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for employees and their eligible dependents. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; retirement plans (401(k), Roth, and ESOP); life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; and education and training assistance.