Senior Developer 785

Freedom Technology Solutions Group; Maryland; On-site; USD 200,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401k

Fully paid medical

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability

Company events

Job summary

Freedom Technology Solutions Group is seeking a Senior Software Developer to lead and mature enterprise-grade applications for CMS. You will design, develop, and sustain scalable Python-based solutions, collaborating with cloud, DevSecOps, and UX teams to modernize legacy systems.

This role requires strong experience with Django/FastAPI/Flask, React or Vue, REST APIs, CI/CD, Docker, and relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred).

Qualifications

• Requires TS/SCI with polygraph clearance and a technical bachelor's degree with extensive software experience.
• Proficient in REST API development and modern Python full-stack frameworks (Django, FastAPI, Flask) with React/Vue front-ends.
• Experience with Docker, GitLab CI/CD, Linux, and agile software development processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small development team for sustainment and enhancement of mission-critical Enterprise Support Services.
• Translate customer needs into technical requirements and solutions; engage with stakeholders.
• Develop intuitive web interfaces with robust data retrieval and storage capabilities.
• Build and integrate backend services via REST APIs for reliable data flow.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and Git/GitLab workflows; participate in Agile sprints.
• Diagnose defects, perform unit testing, and guide secure, scalable software delivery.

Skills

Agile methodologies

REST API

Unit testing

CI/CD

Python

Full-stack development

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Docker

GitLab

AWS

Linux

React.js

Vue.js

Django

FastAPI

Flask

PostgreSQL

Oracle

SQL Server

Job description

Join a team that powers the business enterprise behind the mission. Freedom supports the sustainment, modernization, and transformation of more than 100 enterprise business systems that enable tens of thousands of government personnel, industry partners, and prospective employees worldwide. These mission-enabling applications support workforce management, finance, acquisitions, security processing, training, recruitment, logistics, program management, executive decision-making, and other critical business functions across multiple secure environments.

We are seeking a Senior Software Developer to join one of our Prime Contracts supporting the Government's Corporate Management Services (CMS) organization. In this role, you will help design, modernize, secure, and sustain the enterprise applications and platforms that keep the organization operating every day. Working alongside experts in software engineering, cloud computing, DevSecOps, systems engineering, user experience, and enterprise platforms, you'll help modernize legacy systems, automate business processes, integrate commercial technologies, and deliver innovative solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the user experience.

If you're looking for an opportunity where your work has broad enterprise impact, you'll find it here. Our diverse and growing team offers the chance to solve complex technical challenges, collaborate with talented professionals, and directly contribute to the technology and services that enable the Government's mission around the world.

Position Description

• Lead a small, collaborative development team supporting the sustainment and continuous enhancement of a mission-critical Enterprise Support Services application that enables a key operation.
• Serve as a senior technical point of contact between the development team and the customer, helping translate customer needs into clear, actionable technical requirements and solutions.
• Engage with customers and stakeholders to understand business needs, communicate technical approaches, refine requirements, and build alignment and buy-in for proposed solutions.
• Build intuitive, responsive web interfaces backed by robust data retrieval and storage capabilities.
• Apply hands-on expertise with modern Python frameworks – such as Django, FastAPI, or Flask – to deliver scalable, secure, and performant applications.
• Integrate backend services through RESTful APIs to support seamless data flow and reliable application functionality.
• Demonstrate strong experience with relational database management systems (RDBMS), with primary expertise in PostgreSQL and secondary experience with Oracle and SQL Server.
• Translate complex business requirements into effective enhancements within existing database structures and application logic.
• Support and execute application upgrades while implementing code enhancements that improve performance, maintainability, and long-term sustainability.
• Develop efficient data retrieval solutions that power user-friendly displays and dynamic application views.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve application defects to help maintain system stability and a positive user experience.
• Design, build, and deploy Dock containerized applications to Linux servers.
• Conduct thorough unit testing to validate software reliability, performance, and feature accuracy.
• Collaborate within Git/GitLab workflows and contribute to CI/CD pipelines that enable smooth, automated, delivery of application updates.
• Bring a proactive, ownership-oriented approach to problem-solving, providing technical leadership to development teams, and demonstrate a strong willingness to take on new challenges and learn emerging technologies.
• Actively contribute in an Agile environment by participating in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and iterative development cycles that deliver continuous value.
• Python
• Django
• AWS
• Vue.js
• React.js

Required Qualifications

• TS/SCI with Polygraph
• A bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and twelve (12) years of experience in software development/engineering. Sixteen (16) years of experience in software development/engineering may be substituted in lieu of a degree
• Experience with REST API
• Experience with modern Python full-stack development, utilizing Python web frameworks (such as Django, FASTAPI, or Flask) paired with modern front-end frameworks (React.js or Vue.js) and RESTful API integrations.
• Unit testing experience
• Git/Gitlab experience with CI/CD
• Experience with Docker
• Working knowledge of Linux
• Working knowledge of Agile software development processes.

Desired Qualifications

• Extensive experience in agile development, including running sprint planning sessions, managing sprint backlogs, and delivering high-quality results on time.
• A background in developing enterprise-level applications with a focus on scalability, security, and performance
• Experience managing systems in a virtual hosting environment including AWS
• Familiarity with the CI/CD

The estimated salary range for this position is between $200,000-$275,000 (annualized USD). This range reflects the typical pay for the role and is one part of the company's comprehensive compensation package. Actual salaries are influenced by several factors, such as location, the individual’s education, skills, experience, and competencies, as well as contract affordability and organizational needs.

What’s in It for You?

Flexible work environment

A team mentality – work with friendly, like-minded professionals

Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies

Enjoy extremely competitive compensation and benefits

A work-life balance you can count on

Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime

The Benefits You Get with Freedom

Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more

Generous paid time off – including paid site closure days

Competitive salary offerings

Paid training and tuition reimbursement

Fully paid life and disability

Company sponsored events (game nights, holiday party, summer party, happy hours)

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

As set forth in Freedom Technology Solutions Group’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.