Java Developer - Production Support | McLean, VA

Aktra Inc.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aktra Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Full Stack Software Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade digital solutions from our McLean, VA office.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement scalable web applications and cloud-based solutions, leveraging AWS, CMS platforms, and modern web infrastructure. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with REST APIs, SSO, and content delivery networks, and can analyze system architecture

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• 2+ years of hands-on technology experience delivering software solutions.
• Hands-on experience with AWS and cloud-based app development.
• Ability to analyze system architecture and contribute to design and planning.
• Experience with Acquia, Sitecore, or similar frameworks is preferred.
• Experience with Drupal ecosystems is preferred.
• Strong understanding of digital channels, content delivery, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver enterprise-grade digital solutions.
• Collaborate with Marketing, HR, Legal, and Compliance teams.
• Coordinate software delivery across vendors and internal engineering teams.

Skills

AWS

REST APIs

Cross-functional Teams

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Acquia

Sitecore

Drupal

Bitbucket Pipelines

Cloudflare

Job description

McLean, VA

September 22, 2026

We are seeking a highly skilled Full Stack Software Engineer to join our technology team and contribute to the design, development, and delivery of high-quality, enterprise-grade digital solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on programming experience, a solid understanding of modern web technologies and cloud platforms, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional business and technology teams.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience. Advanced degree or studies preferred.
• 2+ years of hands-on technology experience, with a proven track record of software development and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
• Hands-on experience with AWS and cloud-based application development.
• Ability to analyze system architecture and contribute to technical design, architecture, and implementation planning.
• Experience with enterprise-grade web content management platforms such as Acquia, Sitecore, or similar frameworks is preferred.
• Experience managing and supporting ecosystems of knowledge management and content management tools, such as Drupal, is preferred.
• Strong technical understanding of digital communication channels, content delivery, deliverability, and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to collaborate with business leaders and cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Human Resources, Legal, and Compliance.
• Ability to effectively manage technical dependencies and coordinate software delivery across vendors and internal engineering teams.
• Experience with Ping/Single Sign-On (SSO), Bitbucket Pipelines, Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) such as Cloudflare, and website monitoring tools such as New Relic.
• Solid understanding of DNS, TLS/SSL certificates, REST APIs, caching strategies, and modern web infrastructure.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced enterprise environment.