Senior Web Application Developer

MetaPhase Consulting LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MetaPhase Consulting LLC is seeking a Senior Web Application Developer to support the FBI. This role involves developing secure cloud-native applications, leading automation initiatives, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive software development experience and a Top-Secret clearance, contributing to critical national security missions.

Qualifications

• Active Top-Secret clearance, SCI eligibility.
• 5+ years of experience in software development.
• Hands-on experience with AWS services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize applications in AWS GovCloud.
• Lead CI/CD implementation and DevSecOps automations.
• Conduct peer code reviews and mentor junior developers.

Skills

Full-stack software development

REST APIs

Agile delivery

Test-driven development

Secure coding practices

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

AWS

DevSecOps tools

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Terraform

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Software DevelopmentWashington,District Of Columbia

At MetaPhase, we believe Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be! We take the work we do very seriously and do a lot of important mission-focused work for our clients. We are individuals with different passions and strengths who take as much joy in the work we do as from those we work with. Today, we have a team that is invested in creating new solutions that lean forward, challenge the status quo, but also reflect our intimate knowledge of our customers’ business. Over the years we have fostered a culture in which we are united by shared values—passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness—and these come alive in the work we do and how we do it.

Together, we know our people are our difference—for our clients and our colleagues.

Are you ready to:

• Work alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people to offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients?
• Learn and grow by taking advantage of every opportunity available to you?
• Be the difference and make it happen?

MetaPhase is seeking a Senior Web Application Developer to join our delivery team supporting the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) under the ITSSS-2 contract . This position will contribute to secure, high-availability applications that support critical law enforcement and national security missions. You'll develop cloud-native applications, modernize legacy platforms, and implement advanced automation across FBI systems leveraging AWS, .NET, and React/Angular.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Build and optimize REST APIs , microservices, and user-facing interfaces deployed in AWS GovCloud
• Lead implementation of CI/CD pipelines and support DevSecOps automation across application development lifecycle
• Ensure compliance with FBI and FedRAMP security standards, Section 508 accessibility, and zero-trust architecture principles
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (Scrum, sprint planning, retrospectives) and collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, infrastructure, security, QA)
• Conduct peer code reviews, implement automated testing, and mentor junior developers
• Troubleshoot production issues and support end-users during UAT and deployment
• Interface with FBI stakeholders to interpret and implement user stories aligned to mission-critical capabilities

What We Need From You (Required):

• Current active Top-Secret clearance, with SCI eligibility. U.S. Citizenship required (NO EXCEPTIONS)
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field
• 5 + years of experience in full-stack software development
• Experience deploying apps to AWS (including EC2, RDS, Lambda, S3, CloudWatch)
• Familiar with DevSecOps tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Terraform or CloudFormation
• Hands-on experience with Agile delivery , test-driven development , and secure coding practices
• Knowledge of Section 508, OWASP Top 10, and NIST security standards
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative, mission-focused mindset

Bonus Points (Desired):

• AWS Certification (e.g., AWS Certified Developer, AWS Solutions Architect)
• Experience working on FBI, DOJ, or law enforcement IT systems
• Familiarity with zero-trust network architecture and endpoint compliance tooling
• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes and container orchestration in secure environments

Work Setup & Clearance:

• Washington, DC
• Clearance:Position requires a current, active Top-Secret clearance with the capability to obtain an (SCI) as requested by the government. U.S. Citizenship required (NO EXCEPTIONS)

Travel:

• Occasional travel to Winchester, VA as needed

Compensation:

• Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is 110k-150k.

About MetaPhase

MetaPhase is different with a purpose - demonstrating a new approach to the industry that puts employees and culture first! We continue to be recognized by industry as one of the fastest growing and most impactful consultancies in the nation, and are aggressively hiring to grow our team:

Best Places to Work

• Washington Post Top Workplaces – 2022, 2023
• Washington's Business Journal’s Best Places to Work – 2021, 2022
• Virginia Businesses Best Place to Work – 2021, 2022, 2023
• Northern Virginia Technology Council Top 100 Technology Firms – 2020

MetaPhase is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other factors protected by federal, state, or local law.

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