Senior Full-Stack Developer

All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution.

Description

Data Systems Analysts, Inc. (DSA) is seeking a TS/SCI-cleared Senior Full-Stack Developer to design, build, and secure modern applications within a DoD cloud environment. The engineer will develop containerized, cloud-native solutions using AWS GovCloud, integrate DevSecOps pipelines, and apply infrastructure as code to ensure repeatable, secure deployments.

The selected candidate will collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and mission teams to modernize legacy systems, integrate APIs, and deliver scalable capabilities across hybrid environments following Agile / Scrum principles.

This position is hybrid 50% onsite at the National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC) in Charlottesville, VA.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy secure, cloud-native applications and services within AWS GovCloud, utilizing React, Typescript and Python.
• Build cloud native applications that are optimized for modern serverless AWS architectures
• Build and automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs connecting mission and enterprise systems.
• Containerize and orchestrate workloads using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Apply secure coding standards and remediate vulnerabilities identified through code or pipeline scans.
• Collaborate in Agile sprints, performing peer reviews, backlog refinement, and sprint demos.
• Document system design, deployment, and operational procedures for accreditation packages.
• Support modernization and cloud migration initiatives from on-premise to AWS architectures.

Required Education, Certifications and Security Clearance

• BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
  
  
  
  
  • Experience may be substituted for degree.
  
  
  
  
• TS/SCI Clearance
• DoD 8140 (8570) IAT Level II Certification

Requirements Experience/Qualifications:

• Minimum 8 years of experience developing, deploying, and securing applications within DoD or federal environments.
• Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript using frameworks such as React, Angular, FastAPI, or Express.js.
• Hands-on experience with GitLab CI/CD, and AWS GovCloud services (EC2, ECS/EKS, Lambda, S3, IAM).
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code such as Terraform, CDK-TF, AWS CDK, or Pulumi
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of REST API design, data serialization (JSON / YAML), and API documentation (OpenAPI / Swagger).
• Familiarity with OWASP Top 10, static / dynamic code analysis (SonarQube or equivalent), and secure coding principles.
• Experience with Agile development and collaboration using Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Experience building responsive web applications using React or Angular with secure API integration.

Preferred Experience/Qualifications:

• AWS Certified Developer - Associate or AWS DevOps Engineer - Professional.
• Experience deploying and managing Terraform modules for multi-environment AWS or hybrid architectures.
• Experience developing and integrating secure REST APIs across distributed systems.
• Knowledge of database technologies such as PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, or MongoDB.
• Experience integrating messaging and event-driven services using Amazon SQS or Kafka.
• Experience developing IaC automation and CI/CD pipelines with integrated security testing.
• Exposure to Zero Trust, DevSecOps governance, or cloud migration initiatives within DoD environments.

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Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. DSA requires background checks , where permitted , by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.