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Job Title: Senior Full Stack Engineer
Company Name: General Dynamics IT
Location: Arlington, VA
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 04/03/2026
Expire Date: 05/05/2026
Job Categories: Engineering, Information Technology
Job Description
Senior Full Stack Engineer

YOUR IMPACT

Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department ofWars mission to keep our country safe and secure.

OUR COMPANY

IronEagleX(IEX), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics Information Technology(GDIT), delivers agile IT and Intelligence solutions. Combining small-team flexibility with global scale, IEX leverages emerging technologies to provide innovative, user-focused solutions that empower organizations and end users tooperatesmarter, faster, and more securely in dynamic environments.

JOB DESCRIPTION

TheSeniorFull StackEngineerwillleadbackenddesign and development,build front-end interfaces, craftDevSecOpsworkflows,leverage AWS services, and implement containerization strategiesfor high-priority projects. This position requires extensiveexpertiseinbackend and frontend technologies in production environments. This is ahybridrolelocatedin Crystal City, VAwiththeoptionforflex hours.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As aSenior Full Stack Engineer,you willplay a critical role inpartnering with product managers, integrating backend microservices, andautomating CI/CD pipelines insupport high-level governmentobjectives. Working directly on classified projects,youwillbe responsible fordeveloping,maintaining, and securing datainfrastructurein cloud-basedenvironments.

JOB DUTIES(INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO)

  • Develop scalable backend solutions using Go programming language within a microservices architecture

  • Build interactive and responsive front-end interfacesutilizingthe Vue.js framework and relevant libraries

  • Integrate backend microservices seamlessly with frontend components to create cohesive and efficient applications

  • Leverage AWS services like SQS, S3, and managed database solutions including OpenSearch/ElasticSearch and PostgreSQL for application development and deployment

  • Implement containerization strategies using Kubernetes (specifically EKS) to deploy scalable, reliable applications

  • Utilize Helm for managing Kubernetes applications as needed

  • Participate in automation and engineering tasks within DevSecOps workflows (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, continuous monitoring)

  • Apply infrastructure-as-code principles for application deployment and configuration

  • Contribute to designing and building secure, efficient systems within cloud-based environments

  • Partner with project and product managers, users, and stakeholders to define, design, and deliver new features

  • Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, following coding standards and best practices

  • Conduct thorough code reviews, debug issues, and troubleshoot tomaintainapplication stability and reliability

REQUIRED SKILLS:

  • Extensive experience as a Full Stack Developer working with backend and frontend technologies in production environments

  • Strongexpertisein Go programming language

  • Solid understanding of microservices architecture and techniques like service discovery, circuit breakers, and software design patterns

  • Proficiencyin JavaScript and the Vue.js framework for front-end development

  • Strong experience withElasticSearch/OpenSearch,PostgreSQLand AWS services, including SQS and S3

  • Hands-on knowledge of containerized environmentsleveragingKubernetes

  • Familiarity with Helm or managing Kubernetes deployments is highly desirable

  • ProficiencyinDevSecOpsmethodologies including CI/CD automation, continuous monitoring, and infrastructure as code

  • Exceptional communication and teamwork skills, capable of working collaboratively or independently in an agile environment

  • Deep understanding of the software development lifecycle, along with tools and methodologies to support modern development practices

WHAT YOULL NEED TO SUCCEED

  • Clearance:CurrentDoWTS/SCIClearance isrequired.Candidates without this clearance will not be considered.

  • Experience:8+yearsof experiencein in Go programming, microservices architecture, PostgreSQL, AWS services, and working with OpenSearch/ElasticSearch

  • Education:Bachelors degree inComputerScience,Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience.

  • Certifications:

  • Role requirements: Hybrid work environment with 3 days on sitein Crystal Cityand two days WFH

  • Due to US Government Contract Requirements, only US Citizens are eligible for this role

IEX/GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At IEX/GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI-powered career tool thatidentifiescareer steps and learning opportunities

  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match,competitivepayand paid time off

  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace


OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at IEX/GDIT andyoullfind endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.#iexjobs

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