Senior Full-Stack Engineer: Cloud-Ready GIS & Data Viz (Remote)

Peraton; Reston (VA); Remote; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer to support USGS Volcano Hazards Program. You will design, develop, and deploy cloud-ready data systems and visualization tools enabling M&E workflows for scientists and program managers across five observatories and VDAP.

The role emphasizes RESTful APIs, web/mobile interfaces, GIS visualization, and compliance with federal security standards. Remote work is offered, with periodic on-site collaboration and travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience or Master’s with 6+, as specified.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain Public Trust clearance; work within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a relational database (PostgreSQL/PostGIS) for M&E data with stored procedures and data dictionaries.
• Build RESTful APIs in Python (FastAPI/Flask) to expose database functionality and handle data ingestion/ETL workflows.
• Develop web/mobile interfaces using JavaScript/TypeScript and React for data entry and reporting, with dashboards and export capabilities.
• Create GIS-enabled tools for spatial visualization using ESRI JS API, Leaflet, or Mapbox; integrate with backend via REST APIs.
• Architect cloud-ready, portable systems; document deployment configurations for future cloud/hybrid migrations; ensure security baselines.
• Produce user guides, API references, system schemas, and deployment guides following standards.
• Ensure accessibility per WCAG 2.0 Level A/AA; semantic HTML, keyboard navigation, color contrast.
• Collaborate with VHP staff, COR, and observatories; provide progress updates and integrate feedback.

Skills

PostgreSQL / PostGIS

Python Backend

JavaScript / TypeScript & React

GIS / Geospatial Development

API Design & Integration

Data Modeling

Cloud-Ready Architecture

Git / GitLab

WCAG 2.0 Accessibility

FISMA / NIST Compliance

Technical Documentation

Communication & Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ArcGIS

Leaflet

Mapbox

FastAPI

Docker

PostgreSQL

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer to support USGS Volcano Hazards Program. You will design, develop, and deploy cloud-ready data systems and visualization tools enabling M&E workflows for scientists and program managers across five observatories and VDAP.

The role emphasizes RESTful APIs, web/mobile interfaces, GIS visualization, and compliance with federal security standards. Remote work is offered, with periodic on-site collaboration and travel.