Full Stack Developer (React.js, Python)

OpenDataJobs • Washington, DC

3d • $120,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Peregrine Advisors is hiring a Full Stack Developer to develop and support cloud-native Python services on AWS, with back-end work in Python and front-end development in React.js. The role is based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area with a hybrid work arrangement; commuting cadence varies by assignment. The initial engagement requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Public Trust determination.

On the initial project, the developer will take user stories from refinement through production. Work may include building Python back-end features and React.js screens and components, integrating internal systems with commercial products through APIs, and automating workflows using AWS services such as S3 and Lambda. The developer will contribute to CI/CD automation, write secure and accessible code, provide production support, write unit and integration tests, participate in code reviews, and resolve defects. The role also supports test-driven development and automated testing, and uses AI-assisted development tools with careful review and testing of their output.

The developer is accountable for delivering tested, working code, supporting it in production, and creating automation and deployment pipelines that replace manual business workflows. The work and assignments may evolve as the company grows. This is a full-time W-2 position with an annual salary of $120,000 to $150,000.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of professional hands-on software development experience, including back-end development in Python and front-end development in React.js.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Familiarity with development in AWS and services including Amazon S3 and AWS Lambda.
• Ability to apply data modeling, design patterns, and object-oriented design to turn specifications into tested code and own that code through production.
• Experience with relational database systems such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or Oracle.
• Experience using NoSQL databases such as DynamoDB or MongoDB.
• Strong analytical judgment, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• History of Agile delivery using Scrum, Kanban, or a similar approach, with work tracked in Jira or a comparable tool.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate directly with non-technical client stakeholders and translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Ability to provide reliable estimates for assigned tasks and their effort.
• Proficiency in writing, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Public Trust determination for the initial engagement.
• Full-stack cloud development fluency and the ability to improve existing systems or create new ones.
• Delivery practices covering secure coding, accessibility, code review, unit and integration testing, and version control.
• Clear communication, attention to accuracy and auditability, adaptability, and ownership of outcomes.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Hands-on experience delivering production workloads in AWS, or certification in Python or AWS.
• Experience providing consulting services while interacting with clients.
• Prior information technology work for the federal government.
• Familiarity with AI tools that assist developers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support cloud-native Python services running on AWS.
• Turn user stories into Python back-end features and React.js screens and components.
• Connect internal systems with commercial products by developing integrations and APIs.
• Automate workflows using Amazon S3, AWS Lambda, and related AWS services.
• Contribute to automating CI/CD pipelines and creating deployment pipelines.
• Deliver secure, accessible, tested code and carry it through production.
• Provide production support and identify and fix defects.
• Write unit and integration tests, participate in code reviews, and support test-driven development and automated testing.
• Use AI-assisted development tools to implement, test, and improve components while reviewing and testing their output.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions and communicate with non-technical client stakeholders.
• Estimate assigned tasks and the effort required to complete them.
• Replace spreadsheet-based workflows, manual checks, and validations with automation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; the employee premium is fully paid and half of dependent premiums are paid.
• Employer-paid life, accidental death, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with an employer match of up to 4% of salary.
• Unlimited paid time off.
• Sponsored professional certifications and continuing education.
• Extensive onboarding.
• Opportunities to rotate across functions and expand skills and perspective.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level