Full Stack Developer - Hybrid

Novul Solutions•Ashburn, VA

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Developer to support a mission-critical Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program within the Passenger Systems Program Directorate (PSPD). The developer will design, develop, modernize, and maintain highly available, scalable, real-time applications that support screening and processing travelers at U.S. ports of entry. This is a hands-on role involving Java, JavaScript, React, Angular, cloud-native development, microservices, AI/ML, and Agile SecDevOps practices.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 12 years of related experience, or a Master's degree with 10 years of related experience; alternatively, 4 additional years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
U.S. citizenship and a DoD TS clearance or DHS Full BI; must meet CBP background investigation requirements before starting.
At least 3 years developing cloud-ready applications and/or migrating applications to cloud environments.
At least 2 years of experience with Java, JSF, JavaScript, Spring, or automated testing tools such as Selenium.
At least 2 years of experience in at least two of the following: React, Angular, Redux, HTML, CSS, JSX, Bootstrap, ES6, JWT, JSON, Babel, Webpack, Axios, NPM, or Node.js.
Proficiency in JavaScript, DOM manipulation, the JavaScript object model, and React/Angular principles.
At least 2 years of experience developing and integrating microservices and RESTful APIs.
Hands-on experience with HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, Axios, and modern authentication mechanisms such as JWT.
Experience using AI/ML throughout the software development lifecycle and/or implementing AI/ML solutions.
Experience with Agile Scrum, SecDevOps, automated testing, and containerized applications.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Konvoy for containerized applications.
Experience with Gemini Enterprise AI Platform, Google Cloud, Redux Store, ES6, Babel, Webpack, NPM, Node.js, and application performance optimization.
AWS Developer or Solutions Architect certification.
An active Full CBP Background Investigation (BI).

Responsibilities

Design, develop, deploy, and maintain secure, scalable, high-performance full-stack applications supporting DHS/CBP mission-critical systems.
Develop responsive front-end applications using React, Angular, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, and modern JavaScript frameworks.
Build and integrate backend services using Java, Spring, microservices, and RESTful APIs.
Develop cloud-ready applications and support cloud migration, containerization, and modernization initiatives.
Incorporate AI/ML technologies into the software development lifecycle and mission-supporting solutions.
Implement secure authentication and authorization mechanisms, including JSON Web Tokens (JWT).
Participate in architecture, technical design, development, unit testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile Scrum and SecDevOps environments, supporting CI/CD and automated testing.
Evaluate technical solutions and recommend improvements aligned with business objectives, schedules, and operational requirements.
Support the complete software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, estimation, implementation, testing, and deployment.

Benefits

Ten paid days off and five floating days off.
11 paid holidays; flex time can be used instead of holiday time.
Paid bi-monthly.
401(k) plan with a guaranteed 3% match, subject to eligibility requirements.
Quarterly individual or company-wide performance and recognition awards.
United Healthcare PPO health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and HSA; eligible on the first of the month immediately after the start date.
Tuition and training reimbursement to support career development.
$150 monthly contribution toward parking expenses, subject to receipt and submission deadlines.
Project-based performance bonus.
Company-based yearly bonus.