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Peregrine Advisors Benefit Inc. seeks a technically skilled Full Stack Developer to join a high-impact team of Data Scientists, Data Specialists, DevSecOps Engineers, and Developers to deliver on innovative and transformative initiatives. This position focuses on developing modern web applications through PHP/Laravel development, Python scripting, and responsive frontend technologies. Work involves building scalable web applications, creating intuitive user interfaces, developing APIs, and managing web application data processing.

The ideal candidate will build systems that solve critical organizational problems by creating engaging user experiences to drive data use and data-driven insights, implementing robust backend systems, and establishing testing frameworks for web applications. Responsibilities include developing interactive visualizations and dashboards, building content management systems, and optimizing application performance. This position requires a proactive individual capable of intimately understanding client problems, working across the entire web development stack, and driving innovation at the enterprise level through web application development.

Formed as a public benefit corporation, Peregrine is committed to creating social value through all our business activities. We are highly selective, seeking strong candidates who can perform effectively across a variety of roles and clients, and who bring a sincere drive to create positive social impact through solving challenging problems.  If you thrive on solving challenging problems, are a self-starter with excellent communication skills, and have a strong desire to learn and make the world better, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Build Modern Web Applications: Design and develop full stack web applications using PHP/Laravel framework, creating scalable architectures able to serve large numbers of concurrent users
• Frontend Development: Create responsive and interactive user interfaces using modern JavaScript, CSS frameworks, and popular frontend libraries
• API Development: Build robust RESTful APIs and web services to enable seamless data exchange between applications and third-party integrations
• Database Integration: Design and implement database integrations for web applications, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval
• Python Automation: Develop Python scripts for data processing, web scraping, APIs, and other automated tasks to enhance application functionality
• AWS Deployment: Deploy and manage web applications in AWS environments using EC2, RDS, S3, and CloudFront for scalable hosting
• Performance Optimization: Analyze and optimize web application performance, implementing caching strategies and efficient loading techniques
• Test Implementation: Create comprehensive test suites including unit tests and integration tests to ensure application quality

Requirements

Core Technologies:

• Expert-level proficiency in PHP and Laravel framework with MVC architecture and Eloquent ORM
• Strong skills in HTML5, CSS3, modern JavaScript (ES6+), and at least one frontend framework (React, Vue.js, or Angular)
• Solid Python programming skills for scripting, automation, and web development frameworks (Django, Flask, or FastAPI)
• Experience with relational databases (such as MySQL, PostgreSQL) and data optimization for web applications

AWS and Development Tools:

• Experience with AWS services for web application deployment (EC2, RDS, S3, CloudFront, Route 53)
• Proficiency with Git version control, modern IDEs, package managers (Composer, npm/yarn), and debugging tools
• Understanding of HTTP protocols, web security principles, API design, and responsive design frameworks

Professional Skills:

• 5+ years of professional development and / or software engineering experience with PHP/Laravel and Python
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities for complex web application issues
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams

Bonus Qualifications

• LLM System Implementation: Experience integrating Large Language Model APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic), prompt engineering, vector databases, and building AI-assisted applications or chatbots.
• Blockchain Implementation: Understanding of blockchain technology, smart contract integration, Web3 technologies, and decentralized applications.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Software Engineering, or related field
• Strong portfolio showcasing full stack development projects
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Public Trust clearance
• Preference for candidates in the greater Washington, DC area for hybrid work

Benefits

Peregrine Culture & Values: At Peregrine Advisors, we are deeply committed to creating social value and improving government performance through data-driven solutions. We hire individuals who are not only skilled but also eager to contribute to a positive social impact. Our inclusive work environment encourages collaboration and innovation, providing employees with the opportunity to grow and develop professionally.

Growth & Development Opportunities: We provide extensive onboarding support, professional development opportunities, and sponsored training programs to help our employees excel. Our team members work on high-impact projects with some of the largest datasets in the federal sector, offering both technical challenges and opportunities for growth.

Benefits: Peregrine Advisors offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Full health coverage (medical, dental, and vision) with 100% of employee premiums covered.
• Life and disability insurance, fully covered by the company.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 100% match on contributions up to 4% of salary, with immediate vesting.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) to encourage work-life balance.
• Tuition reimbursement for further education and professional development.

Peregrine Advisors is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming diversity and inclusivity in all hiring practices. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.