Frontend - Backend - Full Stack Developer

Title: Frontend/Backend/Full Stack Developer - Mid Level (Remote)

Location: United States

• Information Technology
• Suitability/Public Trust
• Fully remote

Job Description:

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for Senior Full Stack Developer to design, build, and maintain complex full‑stack application features for VA.gov. This position will be a fully remote position within the United States.

Responsibilities

Full Stack Engineering

• Architect, develop, and maintain user interface components using React.js, Redux, TypeScript, and VA.gov design system libraries.

• Design, build, and optimize backend systems in Ruby on Rails, including RESTful APIs, JSON controllers, database models, and Sidekiq workers.

• Ensure performance, accessibility (Section 508 compliance), security, scalability, and reliability across the full stack.

• Integrate frontend and backend functionality into cohesive, reliable, and maintainable features.

• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps automation.

Architecture, Analysis & System Design

• Conduct advanced system analysis, defining technical constraints, data flows, and distributed system interactions.

• Contribute to long‑term architectural planning, modernization initiatives, and technical RFC development.

AI‑Powered Enhancements

• Implement and support AI/LLM workflows and automations in alignment with VA standards and federal security guidelines.

• Develop Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, vector search, embedding configurations, and model orchestration.

• Operationalize GenAI systems in AWS including model operations, observability, monitoring, and cost optimization.

Leadership, Collaboration & Delivery

• Mentor junior and mid‑level engineers while fostering high‑quality engineering practices.

• Collaborate with product owners, UX designers, backend teams, and federal stakeholders to deliver Veteran‑focused services.

• Participate in and sometimes facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, reviews, and code reviews.

Quality, Testing & Documentation

• Lead unit, integration, and end‑to‑end testing efforts across the full stack.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, architecture notes, and operational procedures.

• Ensure all deliverables meet federal, contractual, security, accessibility, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• 5–8 years of professional software development experience.
• Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience.
• Advanced proficiency in React/Redux, TypeScript, and Ruby on Rails.
• Experience building, integrating, and optimizing RESTful APIs within distributed systems.
• Familiarity with AWS, DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum workflows.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience supporting the VA, VA.gov architecture, or other federal agencies.
• Familiarity with federal enterprise systems such as CorpDB, MPI, BDN, and VBMS.
• Experience deploying AI or ML features in compliance‑heavy, FedRAMP or government environments.

Clearance Required

Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance.

Posted Salary Range

USD $110,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.