Senior Full Stack Developer

Aktra; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aktra is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer located in McLean, Virginia. The role emphasizes strong Java expertise and hands-on engineering across the software lifecycle. Responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining scalable applications.

Required qualifications include 5+ years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong analytical skills. Join us to contribute to innovative projects and collaborate with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand and maintain Python applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain secure applications.
• Build and enhance Java/Spring Boot services.
• Analyze and optimize application performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver technical solutions.
• Support production applications and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

SQL

JavaScript

JUnit

Maven or Gradle

Docker

Jenkins

AI-assistive development tools

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Only accepting local candidates immediately local to the Washington, DCarea.

We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer with strong Java expertise and a passion for building scalable, high-quality applications. This role requires a hands‑on engineer who can contribute across the full software development lifecycle, collaborate effectively with business and technical stakeholders, and support applications from design through production.

Required Experience & Education

• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

Required Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Expertise in application development, testing, and deployment using:
  • Java
  • Spring Boot
  • SQL
  • JavaScript
  • JUnit
  • Maven or Gradle
  • Docker
  • Jenkins
• Ability to understand, maintain, and migrate existing Python applications to Java‑based solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts and recommendations.
• Collaborative team player who values diverse perspectives and contributes positively to team success.
• Experience using AI‑assisted development tools such as VS Code AI extensions, Amazon Kiro, GitHub Copilot, or similar tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AWS cloud services.
• Front‑end development experience using Angular or React.
• Experience with Kafka and event‑driven architectures.
• Advanced SQL and database performance optimization skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain secure, scalable, and high‑performing applications.
• Build and enhance Java/Spring Boot services and full‑stack solutions.
• Analyze and optimize application performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and cross‑functional teams to deliver effective technical solutions.
• Develop proof‑of‑concepts to evaluate technologies and support architectural decisions.
• Support production applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements as needed.
• Contribute to the modernization and migration of existing Python‑based solutions to Java.

Keys to Success

• Technical Excellence: Strong Java development skills with a focus on scalable, maintainable, and high‑quality solutions.
• Ownership: Takes accountability for deliverables from design through production support.
• Adaptability: Quickly learns new technologies and thrives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Problem Solving: Analyzes complex challenges and delivers effective solutions.
• Communication: Collaborates effectively and communicates clearly with technical and business stakeholders.