Full Stack Developer
HYBRID - Alexandria, DC, or Crystal City, VA
SECRET CLEARANCE

ALTA IT Services is looking for a Full Stack Developer to join our team of experts to assist with building state of the art data platforms for the Department of Defense's premier data analytics platform.

Responsibilities
We need a full-stack developer who will use their passion to learn new tools and techniques, identify and implement system improvements, and mentor teammates. Using Agile Scrum and Increment development, JavaScript, Web Stacks, Libraries, and Frameworks that use front end technologies you’ll build high performing applications that are customer facing UI and backend API services. You’ll analyze the needs and the environment to make sure the solution you’re developing considers the current architecture and operating environment, as well as future functionality and enhancements. Join us as we build systems to change mission critical Defense operations for the better.

Required Skills:

• Clearance: Secret
• 6+ years of experience as a software developer in professional environments
• 3+ years of experience with software development of web applications
• 3+ years of experience with supporting, maintaining, and documenting software functionality
• Experience with React, Node.JS, and SQL
• Bachelor's degree or 8+ years of experience with IT in lieu of a degree

Preferred Skills:

• 8+ years of experience with software programming in JavaScript scripting language
• 3+ years of experience with programming data entry and complex display applications using React
• 3+ years of experience with programming applications to run in a Web environment comprised of Docker Node containers
• 3+ years of experience with SQL and writing SQL queries, especially creating complex data retrieval queries and transactional data updates
• 3+ years of experience with task scoping for the execution of each task
• Experience with JavaScript, Node.js, React, Sequelize, CSS and HTML
• Experience with Node.JS programming at scale or Cloud and GUI design and development
• Experience with PostgreSQL
• Experience with identifying and leveraging open-source software to meet client needs where solutions already exist
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, especially GitLab
• Experience with APIs, especially REST or RPC architectural styles
• Experience with secure coding practices, including Static Code Analysis, Container library analysis, or STIGs
• Experience with working on DoD programs
• Ability to understand front-end user requirements
• Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills
• MS in Computer Science or other STEM area