Associate Principal​/Full Stack Developer; Forensic Services practice

Associate Principal/Full Stack Developer (Forensic Services practice)

Boston, MA, United States;
Chicago, IL, United States;
New York, NY, United States;
Oakland, CA, United States;
Washington, DC, United States

CRA’s Forensic Services practice supports companies’ commitment to integrity by assisting them and their counsel in independently responding to allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, misconduct, and non‑compliance. We are noted for deploying cross‑trained teams of forensic professionals to assist our clients in gaining deeper insights and greater value more quickly. We provide accounting and forensic services as well as cybercrime investigation services.

• Architect and build full‑stack applications that support cloud data collection workflows and client‑side tracking analysis.
• Design and implement APIs, web interfaces, and data flows to support internal and client‑facing platforms.
• Translate regulatory and legal requirements into secure, scalable, and auditable software systems.
• Collaborate with consulting and legal teams to develop tools used in investigations, expert testimony, and data risk assessments.
• Develop automated processes for data collection and processing.
• Implement secure practices for data ingestion, storage, and access control in compliance with global privacy laws and internal standards.
• Contribute to the design of data lakes, clean room integrations, audience activation platforms, and data monetization pipelines.
• Maintain high development standards through peer code review, documentation, and unit testing.
• Serve as the technical lead on projects involving web tracking analysis and consent preference management.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 7‑10+ years of experience in full‑stack development, ideally in AdTech, privacy tech, or data‑intensive environments.
• High proficiency with the following frameworks:
  React, Angular, Vue, Node.js, Tensor Flow, Num Py, Pandas.
• High proficiency with cloud devops and associated platforms: AWS (Lambda, Cloud Formation, S3, DynamoDB, ECS, etc.), Azure, GCP, Docker, Git Hub.
• High proficiency with RESTful API Design, Containerization, Microservices Architecture, AI/ML Integration, Unit Testing.
• Strong client‑facing skills with the ability to translate technical complexity into strategic recommendations.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional projects under deadline pressure.

• CRA’s robust skills development programs, including a commitment to offering 100 hours of training annually through formal and informal programs, encourage you to thrive as an individual and team member. Beginning with research and analysis skill building, training continues with technical training, presentation skills, internal seminars, and career mentoring and performance coaching from an assigned senior colleague. Additional leadership and collaboration opportunities exist through internal firm development activities.
• We offer a comprehensive total rewards program including a superior benefits package, wellness programming to support physical, mental, emotional and financial well‑being, and in‑house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers.

CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office to best deliver on our promise of career growth, mentorship and inclusivity. At the same time, we recognize that individuals realize a range of benefits when working from home periodically. We currently expect that individuals spend at least 3 to 4 days a week working in the office (which may include traveling to another CRA office or to client meetings), with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.

Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

A good‑faith estimate of the annual base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000. Stating pay within this range may vary based on factors such as education level, experience, skills, geographic location, market conditions, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for additional bonus incentive compensation.

CRA offers a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements, which may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; life and disability insurance; paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays); paid parental leave; wellness programs and employee assistance resources; and commuter benefits.