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Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration lead to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities. By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.

Kentro is hiring for Full Stack Developer III to support our Intelligence Community (IC) customer. The Full Stack Developer III will lead and develop technical solutions and complex technology implementations to satisfy client requirements. The Full Stack Developer III will use modern, open-source software and relational/non-relational database technologies to prototype and deploy backend web applications and services including all aspects of server-side processing, data storage, and integration with frontend development. 

Location: Hybrid / Charlottesville VA

• Perform as the development team lead during Agile ceremonies 
• Manage product configuration, code quality, and create deployment builds 
• Design custom ETL processes for multiple data feeds in multiple formats to include file drop, REST feeds, messaging feeds, and direct database ingest. 
• Develop unit test cases and integrate into a pipeline 
• Design and document system components and application program interfaces 
• Work with the development team and product owner to groom the backlog, prioritize requirements, and develop requirement realization roadmaps.  
• Develop user stories estimating complexity and level of effort to inform sprint and release planning. 
• Recommend languages, technologies, tools and techniques to enhance security, performance, scalability, and maintainability of software products 
• Support client change management activities related to product definition and delivery approach. 
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences 
 

• Proven ability to design, implement and build service architectures using tools like Rabbit, Postgres, Mongo, ElasticSearch, RabbitMQ, Node and Angular. 
• Experience with multiple languages to include Java/SpringBoot, Python, Angular, and JavaScript. 
• Proficient with Git, Stash, Docker, and Terraform. 
• Familiarity with cloud environments and AWS/C2S deployment. 
• High proficiency in relational and non relational databases, Including Postgres, and MongoDB, to include schema design, data definition, and advanced queries. 
• Experience using JSON in a REST architecture. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS/BA with 8+ or MS/MA; 5+ years of relevant experience. 
• DoD Directive 8570, IAT Level II certification eqivalent (e.g. CompTIA Security+) 
• Experience implementing Risk Management Framework security controls for software products. 
• Experience managing software development projects using JIRA and Confluence 
 

Clearance Requirement: 

• Must have an active Top Secret/SCI with the ability to obtain CI Poly. 

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015), two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification.

Industry Recognition

Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more.  We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.  Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA

Kentro is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

How to Apply

To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the job link and then click the blue “Apply” button at the top right of Job Description. Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must fully submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position.  If you need alternative application methods, please email careers@kentro.us and request assistance.  

Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@kentro.us.  

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