Java Full Stack Developer
About The Position
GDIT is seeking an experienced Full Stack Engineer to support high-impact customer initiatives. The position works across the application stack, with a strong emphasis on React and either Python or Java. The engineer will build performant microservices, address complex engineering challenges, and guide technical decision-making, with a focus on high-throughput, low-latency systems and modern cloud tooling. The role supports customer intake, screening, and data dissemination services. It includes end-to-end ownership of implementation, proposing scalable data-driven solutions, collaborating in a fast-paced technical environment, and leading and mentoring developers. The position is remote and supports mission-critical systems.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of full stack development experience.
- At least 3 years of hands-on React development.
- Bachelor's degree.
- Strong background in Java-based web development and distributed systems.
- Proven experience building production-grade React applications, including components, routing, state management, APIs, and optimization.
- Experience using AI-assisted development tools for design, implementation, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Solid understanding of application architecture and modern design patterns.
- Proficiency with Git, branching strategies, code reviews, and CI/CD.
- Experience leading engineering teams or mentoring developers.
- Familiarity with AWS or other cloud platforms.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
- U.S. citizenship required.
Nice To Haves
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate certification.
- Experience integrating with AWS SDKs, such as S3.
- Experience developing scalable RESTful services in cloud environments.
- Understanding of Section 508 accessibility standards and testing tools.
- Familiarity with modern UI/UX principles.
Responsibilities
- Build and enhance core services supporting customer intake, screening, and data dissemination.
- Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and architectural issues.
- Work end-to-end across the stack with full ownership of implementation.
- Propose innovative, data-driven solutions that operate effectively at scale.
- Collaborate in a fast-paced, open, and highly technical environment.
- Lead and mentor developers and deliver high-quality software solutions.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedule and full flex work weeks where possible.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Opportunities for career growth and internal mobility.
- Medical plan options, including some with Health Savings Accounts.
- Dental and vision plan options.
- Paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
- Typically 15 days of paid leave per calendar year for new employees, prorated based on hire date.
- An additional 10 paid holidays per year, prorated based on hire date.
- Paid Family Leave of up to 160 hours in a rolling 12-month period for eligible employees.
- Short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
