Senior Full Stack Engineer

Senior Full Stack Engineer

Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of War's mission to keep our country safe and secure.

Iron EagleX (IEX), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), delivers agile IT and Intelligence solutions. Combining small-team flexibility with global scale, IEX leverages emerging technologies to provide innovative, user-focused solutions that empower organizations and end users to operate smarter, faster, and more securely in dynamic environments.

The Senior Full Stack Engineer will lead backend design and development, build front-end interfaces, craft Dev Sec Ops  workflows, leverage AWS services, and implement containerization strategies for high-priority projects. This position requires extensive expertise in backend and frontend technologies in production environments. This is a hybrid role located in Crystal City, VA with the option for flex hours.

As a Senior Full Stack Engineer, you will play a critical role in partnering with product managers, integrating backend microservices, and automating CI/CD pipelines in support of high-level government objectives. Working directly on classified projects, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and securing data infrastructure in cloud-based environments.

Job duties (include but are not limited to):

• Develop scalable backend solutions using Go programming language within a microservices architecture
• Build interactive and responsive front-end interfaces utilizing the Vue.js framework and relevant libraries
• Integrate backend microservices seamlessly with frontend components to create cohesive and efficient applications
• Leverage AWS services like SQS, S3, and managed database solutions including Open Search/Elastic Search and PostgreSQL for application development and deployment
• Implement containerization strategies using Kubernetes (specifically EKS) to deploy scalable, reliable applications
• Utilize Helm for managing Kubernetes applications as needed
• Participate in automation and engineering tasks within Dev Sec Ops  workflows (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, continuous monitoring)
• Apply infrastructure-as-code principles for application deployment and configuration
• Contribute to designing and building secure, efficient systems within cloud-based environments
• Partner with project and product managers, users, and stakeholders to define, design, and deliver new features
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, following coding standards and best practices
• Conduct thorough code reviews, debug issues, and troubleshoot to maintain application stability and reliability

Required skills:

• Extensive experience as a Full Stack Developer working with backend and frontend technologies in production environments
• Strong expertise in Go programming language (expertise in Java and/or frameworks like Fast API and Type Script would be acceptable)
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture and techniques like service discovery, circuit breakers, and software design patterns
• Proficiency in JavaScript and the Vue.js framework for front-end development
• Strong experience with Elastic Search/Open Search, PostgreSQL, and AWS services, including SQS and S3
• Hands-on knowledge of containerized environments leveraging Kubernetes
• Familiarity with Helm or managing Kubernetes deployments is highly desirable
• Proficiency in Dev Sec Ops  methodologies including CI/CD automation, continuous monitoring, and infrastructure as code
• Exceptional communication and teamwork skills, capable of working collaboratively or independently in an agile environment
• Deep understanding of the software development lifecycle, along with tools and methodologies to support modern development practices

What you'll need to succeed:

• Clearance:
  Current DoW TS/SCI Clearance is required. Candidates without this clearance will not be considered.
• Experience:
  
  8+ years of experience in Go programming, microservices architecture, PostgreSQL, AWS services, and working with Open Search/Elastic Search
• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Role requirements:
  
  Hybrid work environment with 3 days on site in Crystal City and two days WFH
• Due to US Government Contract Requirements, only US Citizens are eligible for this role

IEX/GDIT is your place At IEX/GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

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• Support:
  An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards:
  Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off
• Community:
  Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

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