Full Stack Developer (AI Prompt Engineering)

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Summary

We are seeking a Full-Stack Java developer with specialized expertise in AI-powered development tools to join our engineering team. This role combines technical development skills with cutting-edge AI tooling expertise, focusing on maximizing developer productivity through intelligent use of GitHub Copilot, AI code assistants, and other development-focused AI tools.

What You'll Do:

AI Development Tools Engineering:

• Lead implementation and optimization of AI development tools across the engineering organization
• Design and refine prompts for GitHub Copilot, and similar AI coding assistants
• Develop custom AI-powered development workflows and automation scripts
• Create prompt libraries and best practices for code generation, documentation, and testing
• Train and mentor development teams on effective AI tool usage and prompt engineering
• Evaluate and integrate new AI development tools and platforms
• Establish coding standards and guidelines for AI-assisted development
• Optimize AI tool configurations for maximum code quality and developer efficiency
• Develop internal tools and extensions to enhance AI development workflows

Full-Stack Java Development:

• Design and develop scalable full-stack applications using Java and modern web technologies
• Build robust backend services using Spring Boot, microservices architecture
• Develop responsive frontend applications using Angular, React, or similar frameworks
• Design, develop, and maintain API microservices that are scalable, resilient, and secure.
• Deploy and integrate applications within our infrastructure, ensuring seamless orchestration with other internal and external systems.
• Collaborate effectively with other developers, testers, and stakeholders within a SAFe Agile environment.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field

AI Development Tools Expertise:

• Minimum 0-2 year hands-on experience with GitHub Copilot or similar AI coding assistants
• Proven track record of improving development productivity through AI tools
• Experience with prompt engineering specifically for code generation and development tasks
• Knowledge of AI development tool APIs and integrations
• Understanding of AI model capabilities and limitations in development contexts
• Experience with AI-powered testing tools and automated code review systems
• Ability to train and support other developers in AI tool adoption

Full-Stack Java Development:

• 0-2 years of experience in Java Full Stack development
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Data
• Frontend development experience with Angular, Bootstrap, jQuery, Data Tables and REST API
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and TypeScript
• Experience with build tools (Maven, Gradle) and package managers (npm, maven)
• Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL)
• Experience with cloud platforms (mainly AWS) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with unit testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito)
• Experience with Integrated Development Environments (Eclipse, IntelliJ, Visual Studio Code, Sprint Tool Suite)

Other:

• Availability during the core business hours of 9-5 ET
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using AI tools such as BrowserStack, PLayWright and testim for test case generation and automated testing
• Experience with integrating USWDS compliant components with Angular storybook is a plus
• Experience supporting US federal government contracts

Things to Know:

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Salary Range

The proposed salary range for this role is $80,000.00 to $105,000.00 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Karsun considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Third Party Resumes: Karsun does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Karsun and Karsun will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Clearance Information

This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

Location

To be considered for this role, you must reside in one of the following states: CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, IL, MD, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OK, PA, SC, TX, VA, WV.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Due to recent federal changes impacting visa programs, we are not currently considering candidates who require employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B).