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Residency Requirement: Candidates MUST have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5 years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD). 

Sponsorship: This position does not offer any type of sponsorship. Candidates must already be authorized to work in the U.S. (e.g., Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD). 

Clearance: Public Trust Clearance (or ability to obtain) 

Archesys is a technology firm specializing in innovative cloud solutions and services for clients across various industries. We pride ourselves on cutting-edge technologies, exceptional customer service, and a collaborative work environment.

This is a fully remote, full-time position.

ArcheSys is a technology firm specializing in innovative cloud solutions and services for clients across various industries. We pride ourselves on our cutting-edge technologies, exceptional customer service, and collaborative work environment.

We are seeking a Software Engineer with a junior-level full-stack background to join our core engineering team. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving the transformation of enterprise applications, focusing on robust, scalable solutions. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring the delivery of top-tier solutions for our customers.

This is a fully remote, full-time position.

Responsibilities 

• Full-Stack Feature Delivery: Design, build, and maintain features across the entire application lifecycle, leveraging .NET backends and modern React / Next.js frontends.
• Rigorous Testing & Quality Assurance: Architect and implement robust automated testing suites, writing comprehensive unit and integration test cases to ensure high code stability and prevent regressions.
• Database & Query Optimization: Write clean, efficient SQL code, design relational database schemas, and optimize database queries and data access layers.
• Type-Safe Web Development: Develop interactive, clean UI components using TypeScript alongside cutting-edge frontend architectures.
• AI-Assisted Engineering: Embrace and comfortably leverage Agentic AI-assisted development tools to accelerate software delivery, automate testing boilerplate, and maximize day-to-day engineering velocity.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product owners, technical leads, and stakeholders to clarify requirements and iterate in an Agile/Scrum delivery rhythm.

Requirements

Clearance & Eligibility

• U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).
• Must be able to attain a low-level security clearance.
• Ability to pass a federal/state background check successfully and maintain eligibility for continued access authorizations, including periodic drug screenings.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on professional software engineering experience.

Required Technical Stack Experience

• Automated testing frameworks and strategies.
• Unit and integration test case development (e.g., xUnit, NUnit, Jest, or Cypress).
• SQL database design, querying, and optimization.
• .NET (C#, ASP.NET Core) backend architectures.
• TypeScript and modern JavaScript development.
• React and Next.js web frameworks.
• Comfortable with Agentic AI-assisted development (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor).

Core Platform & Cloud Capabilities

• Solid understanding of relational databases and ORMs (like Entity Framework Core or Dapper).
• Experience developing, consuming, and testing RESTful Web APIs.
• Familiarity with version control workflows using Git.
• Basic experience with cloud environments (specifically Azure services and hosting setups).
• Experience working within an Agile or Scrum framework.

Professional Attributes

• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities to effectively collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Previous work in an agile environment with a strong understanding of Scrum or related methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive, self-starter approach to modern software engineering

Desirable Skills 

• Strong expertise in .NET Core, especially for web API development and integration.
• PA11Y (nice to have)
• Razor and Blazor (nice to have)
• Proficiency in front-end development using TypeScript to enforce type safety across modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Strong expertise in .NET Core for modular web API development and microservices integration.
• Strong understanding of Azure DevOps for CI/CD, automated testing, and infrastructure as code.
• Experience with Azure Cognitive Services for building AI-driven or predictive features within user interfaces.
• Hands-on experience with Azure serverless architectures, including Azure Functions and Logic Apps.
• Knowledge of containerization using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes, especially Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Strong grasp of front-end design patterns, SOLID principles, and clean coding practices.
• Experience understanding OAuth2.0 and OpenID Connect protocols for client-side authentication flow.
• Knowledge of modern authentication and authorization mechanisms, including Azure Active Directory and Azure AD B2C.
• Ability to optimize web performance, core web vitals, and application scalability in a cloud environment.
• Ability to work independently, act as a self-starter, and operate proactively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; logical thinker with an intellectual curiosity for emerging frontend trends.

What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package, including health reimbursement, retirement plan, and generous paid time off. Opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals on exciting and innovative projects. Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options. Continuous learning and development opportunities, including access to training resources and professional development programs. A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages growth.

Join us at Archesys and be part of a team dedicated to delivering cutting-edge cloud solutions for clients in the public sector. Your expertise and passion for technology will help us continue to innovate and grow. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and supporting your success as QA Automation Engineer.

Archesys participate in E-Verify. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Archesys is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, sex.