Web Application Developer, Senior (Top Secret w/SCI Eligibility)
At a glance
Highlights
- sign-on bonus
- employee-owned company
- mission-critical work
- active TS clearance
Heads up
- requires TS clearance sci eligibility
- U.S. citizenship required
- security-plus CE certification needed within 90 days
Why this role might suit you
The role provides a sign‑on bonus, involvement in high‑impact federal projects, and the opportunity to lead modernization of secure web applications using modern JavaScript stacks, with mentorship responsibilities and clear career growth within a stable, employee‑owned contractor
Skills
About the role
Overview:
AMERICAN SYSTEMS, a 100% employee-owned federal government contractor, is seeking a Senior Web Applications Developer to support mission-critical initiatives at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), Washington, DC. In this role, you will lead the modernization, enhancement, and maintenance of secure web applications that support data-driven decision-making and operational effectiveness.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience in React.js, Node.js, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL, and RESTful API integration, along with the ability to refactor legacy systems, improve application scalability and performance, and collaborate with stakeholders in Agile development environments.
THIS POSITION INCLUDES A $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!
Responsibilities:
As a Senior Web Application Developer with AMERICAN SYSTEMS, you will have the opportunity to do the following:
Modernize and maintain web apps for scalability and performance
Write modular code in React.js, Node.js, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
Refactor legacy code to reduce debt and improve readability
Build dashboards, workflows, and visualizations for data-driven apps
Optimize SQL queries and ensure database performance and security
Define and deliver scalable solutions with stakeholders
Work in Agile (Scrum, XP, Kanban) environments
Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers
Provide actionable reports and analytics for informed decisions
Maintain, modernize, and refactor web applications for improved scalability, performance, and maintainability.
Qualifications:
Active TS clearance w/SCI eligibility
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field (or equivalent years of relevant experience).
8-10 years of relevant experience
Active Security+ CE certificate or ability to obtain Security+ CE certification within 90 days of hire
Proficiency in React.js, Node.js, JavaScript/HTML/CSS, and SQL
Experience developing and integrating RESTful APIs.
Experience with Git or other version control systems.
Ability to analyze, refactor, and improve legacy applications.
Familiarity with Linux (RHEL) administration and update management.
Experience working in Agile environments, including Scrum or XP methodologies.
NOTE: U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance
THIS POSITION INCLUDES A $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!
Compensation
This Government & Nonprofit role pays $140k-$170k/yr. Within typical range for government & nonprofit roles in United States.
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