Full Stack Developer

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

Seeking a versatile Full Stack Software Engineer to support multiple concurrent software projects within a Department of Energy (DOE) Research & Development environment. This role requires an on-site presence and close collaboration with technical teams, stakeholders, and government clients. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across the entire development lifecycle from gathering client requirements and translating concepts into technical designs, through development, testing, deployment, and long-term support. Candidates must be adaptable, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a structured, security-focused environment.

This role is ideal for software developers who enjoy ownership of projects, thrive in structured technical environments, and are motivated by building meaningful software solutions from initial concept through final deployment.

Candidates must pass a drug/background screen and be able to obtain a federal security clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with government clients and internal stakeholders to gather, analyze, and refine technical and functional requirements.
• Design, architect, and develop full-stack applications from concept to completion.
• Work on multiple simultaneous projects with varying timelines and technical scopes.
• Develop scalable backend services and APIs.
• Build responsive, user-friendly front-end interfaces aligned with UI/UX best practices.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and performance optimization.
• Maintain documentation for system architecture, code, and processes.
• Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and operational standards required in a federal R&D environment.
• Provide ongoing maintenance, enhancements, and technical support for deployed applications.

Required Technical Skills

Programming Languages

• JavaScript
• TypeScript
• Python
• SQL
• Backend Frameworks-Fast API
• Frontend FrameworksVue.js 2 & Vue.js 3
• State Management-Pinia
• UI Libraries-Vuetify
• Databases-PostgreSQL
• Other Technologies-GraphQL

Nice to Have

• Java development experience
• Experience working in government, national laboratory, or regulated environments
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)Experience with automated testing frameworks

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 3+ years of professional full-stack development experience
• Demonstrated experience delivering production-ready applications end-to-end.
• Strong communication skills and ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required facility clearances or background checks.
• Work Environment On-site presence is required due to the secure nature of the facility.
• Collaborative, mission-driven R&D atmosphere.
• Opportunity to contribute to projects with national-level impact and long-term technical value.