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Full Stack Developer Mid - Senior Level | Active Secret Clearance Required | $70,000 - $130,000 | Onsite: Newport News, VA Support mission-critical Command and Control (C2) systems-designing, developing, and modernizing full-stack software solutions that deliver real-time situational awareness to U.S. and allied warfighters across the global battlespace. A Day in the Life - What you'll do * Design, develop, and maintain full-stack applications supporting mission-critical C2 platforms. * Build intuitive, scalable, and secure front-end user interfaces for situational awareness and intelligence systems. * Develop robust back-end services, APIs, and microservices to support real-time data processing and system integration. * Architect and integrate RESTful web services and event-driven systems for high-performance applications. * Collaborate with geographically distributed Agile teams across the full software development lifecycle. * Support sustainment and modernization efforts for enterprise-level DoD systems. * Conduct independent technical investigations, recommend solutions, and support integration of new capabilities. * Design and manage databases across multiple paradigms including SQL, NoSQL, and geospatial systems. * Ensure compliance with DoD security standards, secure coding practices, and performance requirements. * Implement CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment strategies. * Optimize system performance, scalability, and reliability across front-end and back-end components. * Communicate technical progress, risks, and solutions effectively with stakeholders and leadership. Required Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline or equivalent experience * Mid-Level: 3-5+ years of professional software development experience * Senior-Level: 5-10+ years of professional software development experience * Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI * Proficiency in JavaScript, CSS, and modern front-end frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue) * Strong experience with Java and Object-Oriented Design and Programming * Experience designing and architecting front-end and back-end applications * Experience developing RESTful APIs and web services * Experience with event-driven architectures and messaging platforms (Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, or similar) * Experience with database design and management (SQL, NoSQL, Geospatial, key/value stores) * Strong understanding of full-stack software architecture and design principles * Experience working in Agile development environments * Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams * U.S. Citizenship required Preferred Qualifications * Experience with frameworks and tools such as Spring/Spring Boot, Node.js, NPM, TypeScript, Maven, Gradle, and Jenkins * Experience with GraphQL and modern API design practices * Proficiency with IDEs such as VSCode, Eclipse, or NetBeans * Experience with automated testing tools (JUnit, Jest, Robot Framework, Selenium) * Knowledge of UX/UI design principles and component libraries (Bootstrap, Material UI, Quasar) * Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, and containerized application development * Familiarity with Linux and Windows system administration * Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices * Knowledge of DoD STIGs, secure coding standards, and static code analysis tools (SonarQube, Fortify) * Experience with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket) * Familiarity with Command and Control (C2) systems and defense environments * Experience with performance testing, debugging, and system optimization * Ability to apply mathematical and statistical concepts to algorithm development * Background in military intelligence, imagery, or strategic planning * Active Top Secret/SCI clearance Who is Caribou Thunder? Caribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of War and its mission partners. 35+ states and 20+ countries. We've delivered trusted solutions for over two decades - strengthening national readiness across missions on land, undersea, in the air, and throughout LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space. Why Caribou Thunder? TEAM THUNDER - Mission Focused. Delivery Proven. Ready to Serve. Employee Advocacy Mission Proven Global Reach Skilled Teams Modern Tools Empowering Culture Our engineers and innovators ensure capability from sea floor to space frontier - delivering on time, maintaining compliance, and performing with precision in high-consequence environments. We specialize in Engineering Services, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Modeling & Simulation, Digital Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence - disciplines powering the nation's most complex technical missions. Employee Advocacy + Benefits Our people are the heart of Caribou Thunder. We invest in their growth, flexibility, and well-being - knowing their success drives ours. Benefits include: Premium Health, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with 6% Company Match Flexible PTO & Work Schedule Education & Certification Reimbursement Support for Military Leave Work-Life Balance & Traditional Family Values Your future, your flexibility, your well-being - we invest in you. Apply and let's connect.