Full Stack Developer; Java​/Hibernate

GDIT is seeking an experienced Full Stack Engineer strong in (Java/Spring/Hibernate) to support high‑impact customer initiatives in Washington, DC. This role is ideal for engineers who excel in building production-grade user interfaces, thrive in Agile environments, and are excited about solving complex problems at scale.

You will work across the entire application stack with a strong emphasis on React and either Python or Java
. You’ll architect and build performant microservices, tackle complex engineering challenges, and guide technical decision‑making. This role demands experience with high-throughput, low‑latency systems and modern cloud tooling.

• Build and enhance core services supporting customer intake, screening, and data dissemination.

• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and architectural issues.

• Work end‑to‑end across the stack with full ownership of implementation.

• Propose innovative, data‑driven solutions that operate effectively at scale.

• Collaborate in a fast‑paced, open, and highly technical environment.

• Lead and mentor developers to engineers and deliver high-quality software solutions.

• 8+ years of full stack development experience.

• 5+ years of hands‑on React development.

• Strong background in Java‑based web development and distributed systems.

• Proven experience building production‑grade React applications (components, routing, state management, APIs, optimization).

• Experience using AI‑assisted development tools for design, implementation, testing, and troubleshooting.

• Solid understanding of application architecture and modern design patterns.

• Proficiency with Git, branching strategies, code reviews, and CI/CD.

• Experience leading engineering teams or mentoring developers.

• Familiarity with AWS or other cloud platforms.

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

• Spring Framework, Java, Hibernate, Oracle, SQL, React, Cloud Services (AWS), Jira, Confluence

• Jira or AWS Dev Ops to manage software development lifecycle activities.

• Familiarity with refugee and immigrant populations and/or social programs, a plus

• Knowledge of procurement/acquisition processes desired

• Experience integrating with AWS SDKs (e.g., S3).

• Developing scalable RESTful services in cloud environments.

• Understanding of Section 508 accessibility standards and testing tools.

• Familiarity with modern UI/UX principles.

• US Citizenship Required

• Security Clearance Level: successful candidate will be required to undergo public trust investigation

• Location:
  
  Remote (workday operates on Eastern Time Zone)

• Familiarity with serving as a consultant or contractor in the Federal Government desired

• Flexible work schedule.

• 401(k) with company match.

• Opportunities for career growth and internal mobility.

• A collaborative, innovative engineering culture.

• The chance to make a meaningful impact on mission‑critical systems.

The likely salary range for this position is $128,039 - $173,229. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Our benefits package for all US‑based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time,…