Jr Backend Developer Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Description

Inadev is focused on its founding principle to build innovative customer-centric solutions incredibly fast, secure, and at scale. We deliver world-class digital experiences to some of the largest federal agencies and commercial companies. Our technical expertise and innovations are comprised of codeless automation, identity intelligence, immersive technology, artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML), virtualization, and digital transformation.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a skilled Jr Full Stack Developer to design, build, and deploy scalable web applications. The ideal candidate has experience with Python, React.js and AI-assisted development tools, including generating, reviewing, and validating code within AI-driven workflows, as well as familiarity with NoSQL databases and core AWS services like S3, EC2, Lambda, and RDS. Experience working in Agile environments with JIRA, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders are essential.

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack applications using modern Python backend technologies under guidance of senior engineers/architects.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools for code generation, test generation, documentation, and system analysis
• Review, validate, and enhance AI-generated outputs to ensure quality, security, and scalability
• Build responsive, high-performance user interfaces using modern component-based architectures.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
• Analyze and work with legacy Java and PL/SQL systems to support application modernization and system decomposition.
• Participate in modernization efforts including refactoring, re-platforming, and microservices migration
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product owners, designers, and stakeholders, to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Contribute to system design, architecture discussions, and technical decision-making
• Support quality development practices, including test-driven development and automated testing
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices
• Perform code reviews and actively contribute to improving the code base
• Assist in estimating and sizing user stories
• Participate and contribute to all Agile ceremonies/events
• Work closely with the team to ensure that technical user stories and acceptance criteria are accurately captured
• Contribute to documentation of system design, architecture, and procedures
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Inadev Corporation does not discriminate against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, or national origin.

INTEGRITY AND COMPLIANCE NOTICE:

All information provided by applicants must be complete, truthful, and accurate. Any intentional misrepresentation of skills, experience, credentials, or identity may result in removal from consideration for this and future employment opportunities.

For positions supporting U.S. federal government contracts, applicants may be subject to background investigations and employment eligibility verification in accordance with federal regulations. Providing false information during this process may be subject to review and action as required under applicable federal laws and security regulations.

Inadev is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a federal contractor committed to compliance with all applicable EEO, OFCCP, and federal hiring standards.

Requirements

NON-TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be willing to work onsite in Reston, VA & client locations in the Northern Virginia/DC/MD area as required.
• Ability to pass a 7-year background check and obtain/maintain a U.S. Government Clearance (active Federal Government Public Trust clearance preferred).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively in a team environment.
• Motivation for continuous learning and skill development.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS:

• Must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Must have at least 2 years of professional Python (backend) software/application development experience.
• Must have at least 2 years of hands-on front-end development experience with React.js.
• Must possess professional hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot), including generating, reviewing, and validating code within AI-driven workflows.
• Must have professional hands-on experience building microservices-based architectures
• Must have professional hands-on experience working within Agile frameworks (Scrum or Kanban)
• Must have professional hands-on experience using JIRA for backlog and task management
• Must have strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Must possess excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact directly with non-technical stakeholders and translate business needs into technical solutions
• Must have the ability to create accurate development estimates and manage tasks independently
• Must be Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS:

• Professional hands-on experience working with technologies such as Java and PL/SQL
• Solid technical understanding of API design (REST; GraphQL is a plus)
• Professional hands-on experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL (AWS RDS) and Oracle
• Professional hands-on experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB)
• Familiarity with AWS services such as S3, EC2, Lambda, SQS, Step Functions, and RDS
• Professional hands-on experience working Modern JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript, Node.js
• Experience with application modernization or legacy system transformation
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, EKS)
• Experience with event-driven or streaming architectures
• AWS Certification(s) a plus
• Java Certification(s) a plus
• Python Certification(s) a plus
• Experience working in a consulting or federal client environment preferred