Full Stack Developer IV
Summary
Full Stack Developer IV at a defense-tech platform (Aether Aerospace) building secure, scalable web apps and services for U.S. DoD customers. Day-to-day: Python/FastAPI backends, Vue/TypeScript frontends, REST/GraphQL APIs, plus DevSecOps, Terraform IaC, Docker/Kubernetes, and AI-assisted development. Remote; active Secret clearance required.
The combined organization operates as a multi-entity aerospace and defense technology and tech-enabled services and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation
RESPONSIBILTIES
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Design, develop, and integrate secure, scalable web applications and services using Python, FastAPI, Vue, TypeScript, and other modern development technologies
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Evaluate and implement alternative backend and frontend technologies, such as Go, Rust, React, and Next.js, based on technical requirements and architectural considerations
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Design, develop, document, and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs and service integrations
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Apply software engineering best practices, including object-oriented programming, design patterns, and modular architecture
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Implement and maintain automated unit, integration, and end-to-end testing to ensure software quality and reliability
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Develop, maintain, and optimize relational database schemas, queries, and application data access patterns
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Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automated builds, and deployment processes in support of DevSecOps best practices
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Develop and maintain IaC using Terraform to provision and manage cloud infrastructure
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Leverage AI-assisted development and agentic coding tools to improve development efficiency, code quality, testing, and documentation while maintaining appropriate security and human oversight
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Support containerized application development, deployment, and orchestration using technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
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Apply secure coding practices, vulnerability management, and software supply chain security throughout the software development lifecycle
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Troubleshoot complex application, infrastructure, and integration issues to improve system performance, scalability, and reliability
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Provide technical leadership through architectural guidance, code reviews, mentoring, and continuous improvement of development practices
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Collaborate with clients and internal teams to gather and document system requirements
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Work closely with stakeholders to resolve software development and implementation challenges
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Manage version control and source code repositories, ensuring efficient collaboration
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Support and document internal tools, software functionality, and system enhancements
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Support program operational initiatives that improve processes, productivity, and quality
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Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded
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Identify and forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area
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Participate in growth efforts as requested
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Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction
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Complete personal PDP and attend Company Meetings
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Build productive and positive professional relationships with clients within your program
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Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements
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Perform other related duties as assigned
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance
Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent) with 8+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience.
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Advanced proficiency in Python and experience developing backend applications and APIs using FastAPI or comparable frameworks
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Strong experience developing modern frontend applications using JavaScript, TypeScript, and Vue or comparable frontend frameworks
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Experience designing, developing, and integrating APIs, including RESTful and GraphQL interfaces, and service integrations
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Proficiency with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL, including schema design and query optimization
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Experience with git-based version control, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines
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Experience implementing DevSecOps practices, including secure coding, automated security testing, and vulnerability remediation
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Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS, including managed compute, networking, storage, and database services
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Experience developing and maintaining IaC using Terraform or comparable technologies
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Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and cloud-based application deployments
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Experience using AI-assisted development tools or agentic coding workflows to support software development, testing, and maintenance
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Ability to independently design technical solutions to complex problems and provide technical guidance to other developers
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Current CompTIA Security+ CE certification
PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience with additional backend languages such as Go, Rust, or Java
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Experience with alternative frontend frameworks such as React, Next.js, or other modern JavaScript frameworks
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Experience with container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes, Azure AKS, or AWS ECS
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Experience with event-driven architectures, asynchronous processing, message queues, and caching technologies
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Experience implementing automated cloud infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and security controls at scale
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Experience integrating large language models (LLMs), AI agents, or Model Context Protocol (MCP) into software development workflows or applications
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Familiarity with observability platforms, application monitoring, centralized logging, and performance optimization
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Experience developing software within DoW, federal government, or other regulated environments
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Strong knowledge of user experience (UX), accessibility, and usability best practices
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate
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Cisco CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, or an equivalent advanced networking certification.
Skills
- Accessibility
- Agentic AI
- Agile
- AI
- AKS
- API
- AWS
- Azure
- CI/CD
- Cisco
- Cloud
- Containerization
- Cybersecurity
- Design Patterns
- DevSecOps
- Docker
- ECS
- Event Driven Architecture
- FastAPI
- Git
- GraphQL
- Infrastructure as Code
- Java
- JavaScript
- Kubernetes
- LLM
- MCP
- MySQL
- Networking
- Next.js
- Observability
- OOP
- PostgreSQL
- Python
- React
- REST
- Rust
- Secure Coding
- Terraform
- Test Automation
- TypeScript
- Version Control
- Vue
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