Job Title: Full Stack Web Developer
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Opportunity
CAI is seeking a Full Stack Web Developer to join our dynamic technology team. As a Full Stack Developer, you will serve as a key member of our development team, building responsive, scalable, and high-performance applications and software that solve complex national security challenges. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain both frontend and backend components of our applications and software.
Responsibilities
Design and develop modern web applications using React.js for frontend and Flask/Express.js for backend services
Build and maintain RESTful APIs that power our applications and integrate with various data sources
Implement responsive user interfaces using HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript frameworks
Work with PostgreSQL databases to design schemas, optimize queries, and ensure data integrity
Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional code
Participate in code reviews and implement best practices for version control using Git
Debug issues across the entire stack and propose solutions to improve application performance
Contribute to technical documentation to support knowledge sharing and maintenance
Qualifications
Required
B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field
5+ years of professional experience in web development
Strong proficiency with React.js and modern JavaScript/TypeScript development
Experience building backend APIs with Flask (Python) and Express.js (Node.js)
Proficient in Python, HTML5, CSS3, TypeScript, and JavaScript
Experience with PostgreSQL and writing efficient SQL queries
Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles
Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows
Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail and code quality
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance
Desired
Experience with GitLab CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows
Knowledge of Docker containerization and deployment strategies
Familiarity with WebSockets for real-time communication
Knowledge of the Tailwind CSS framework for building responsive interfaces
Experience with ORM libraries (SQLAlchemy, Prisma, Drizzle, etc.)
Experience with Tanstack Tools (Router, Query, Forms)
Experience with Redis for caching and session management
Understanding of web security best practices
Experience with automated testing frameworks for both frontend and backend
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Pay Range
$90,300 - 189,600 USD
Benefits
Health care
Wellness programs
Financial and retirement plans
Family support benefits
Continuing education opportunities
Time off benefits
CAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
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