Junior Full Stack Developer; Data Engineering Focused – HYBRID

Junior Full Stack Developer (Data Engineering Focused) – HYBRID!

At Ana Vation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. We are seeking a motivated Junior Full Stack Developer with a strong interest in data engineering to join our growing technical team.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with Python, SQL, and relational databases, and be eager to contribute to building scalable, data‑driven applications that support critical business and mission objectives. You’ll collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design, develop, and maintain data pipelines, APIs, and tools that bridge structured and unstructured data sources with end‑user applications. This position supports mostly remote work, with one day per week onsite in our Chantilly, VA office and periodic visits to customer locations.

The candidate will be required to pass a high‑risk public trust background investigation.

• Develop, maintain, and optimize data pipelines, APIs, and backend systems primarily using Python and SQL
• Design and implement relational database models (Postgre
  
  SQL, MySQL, or MS SQL Server)
• Write and maintain shell scripts for data automation, ETL processes, and deployment tasks
• Work with both structured and unstructured data, ensuring high‑quality and reliable data processing
• Collaborate with product and data teams to align data solutions with mission requirements, use cases, and end‑user experience goals
• Support front‑end integration with backend services, and contribute to full‑stack development efforts as needed
• Participate in Agile development cycles, including sprint planning, code reviews, and daily stand‑ups
• Assist in implementing Dev Ops practices and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
• Contribute to containerized environments using Docker, Kubernetes, or similar technologies

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of professional experience in software or data engineering roles
• Proficiency in Python and SQL
• Solid understanding of relational database design and experience with Postgre
  
  SQL, MySQL, or MS SQL Server
• Experience with shell scripting (e.g., Bash)
• Proven ability to analyze and work with structured and unstructured data
• Strong technical and computational skills, with the ability to relate data to business or mission objectives and user needs
• Top Secret clearance or High Risk Public Trust Suitability

• Experience with JavaScript and/or Type Script for front‑end or full‑stack development
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and collaborative development environments
• Experience with Dev Ops toolsets (e.g., Git Lab CI/CD, Jenkins, Git Hub Actions)
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Containerd, Kubernetes, etc.)
• Experience with data query, visualization, and search tools such as Elasticsearch, Open Search, Metabase, or Trino

• Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
• 100% company‑paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
• 100% company‑paid long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
• 100% company‑paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
• 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
• Competitive pay
• Generous paid leave and holiday package
• Tuition and training reimbursement
• Life and AD&D insurance

Ana Vation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US‑owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top‑notch work environment, and a world‑class, collaborative team.

Ana Vation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.