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Peregrine Advisors Benefit Inc. seeks a technically skilled Full Stack Developer to join a high-impact team of Data Scientists, Data Specialists, Dev Sec Ops  Engineers, and Developers to deliver on innovative and transformative initiatives. This position focuses on developing modern web applications through PHP/Laravel development, Python scripting, and responsive frontend technologies. Work involves building scalable web applications, creating intuitive user interfaces, developing APIs, and managing web application data processing.

The ideal candidate will build systems that solve critical organizational problems by creating engaging user experiences to drive data use and data-driven insights, implementing robust backend systems, and establishing testing frameworks for web applications. Responsibilities include developing interactive visualizations and dashboards, building content management systems, and optimizing application performance. This position requires a proactive individual capable of intimately understanding client problems, working across the entire web development stack, and driving innovation at the enterprise level through web application development.

Formed as a public benefit corporation, Peregrine is committed to creating social value through all our business activities. We are highly selective, seeking strong candidates who can perform effectively across a variety of roles and clients, and who bring a sincere drive to create positive social impact through solving challenging problems. If you thrive on solving challenging problems, are a self-starter with excellent communication skills, and have a strong desire to learn and make the world better, we encourage you to apply.

• Build Modern Web Applications: Design and develop full stack web applications using PHP/Laravel framework, creating scalable architectures able to serve large numbers of concurrent users
• Frontend Development: Create responsive and interactive user interfaces using modern JavaScript, CSS frameworks, and popular frontend libraries
• API Development: Build robust RESTful APIs and web services to enable seamless data exchange between applications and third-party integrations
• Database Integration: Design and implement database integrations for web applications, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval
• Python Automation: Develop Python scripts for data processing, web scraping, APIs, and other automated tasks to enhance application functionality
• AWS Deployment: Deploy and manage web applications in AWS environments using EC2, RDS, S3, and Cloud Front for scalable hosting
• Performance Optimization: Analyze and optimize web application performance, implementing caching strategies and efficient loading techniques
• Test Implementation: Create comprehensive test suites including unit tests and integration tests to ensure application quality

• Expert-level proficiency in PHP and Laravel framework with MVC architecture and Eloquent ORM
• Strong skills in HTML5, CSS3, modern JavaScript (ES6+), and at least one frontend framework (React, Vue.js, or Angular)
• Solid Python programming skills for scripting, automation, and web development frameworks (Django, Flask, or FastAPI)
• Experience with relational databases (such as MySQL, Postgre
  
  SQL) and data optimization for web applications

• Experience with AWS services for web application deployment (EC2, RDS, S3, Cloud Front, Route 53)
• Proficiency with Git version control, modern IDEs, package managers (Composer, npm/yarn), and debugging tools
• Understanding of HTTP protocols, web security principles, API design, and responsive design frameworks

• 5+ years of professional development and / or software engineering experience with PHP/Laravel and Python
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities for complex web application issues
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams

• LLM System Implementation:
  Experience integrating Large Language Model APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic), prompt engineering, vector databases, and building AI-assisted applications or chatbots.
• Blockchain Implementation:
  Understanding of blockchain technology, smart contract integration, Web3 technologies, and decentralized applications.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Software Engineering, or related field
• Strong portfolio showcasing full stack development projects
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Public Trust clearance
• Preference for candidates in the greater Washington, DC area for hybrid work

At Peregrine Advisors, we are deeply committed to creating social value and improving government performance through data-driven solutions. We hire individuals who are not only skilled but also eager to contribute to a positive social impact. Our inclusive work environment encourages collaboration and innovation, providing employees with the…