Frontend/Backend/Full Stack Developer - Mid Level (Remote) - GovCIO
Govcio • United States
No Relocation
Posted: May 16, 2026
Additional Content
Full Stack Engineering
- Architect, develop, and maintain user interface components using React.js, Redux, TypeScript, and VA.gov design system libraries.
- Design, build, and optimize backend systems in Ruby on Rails, including RESTful APIs, JSON controllers, database models, and Sidekiq workers.
- Ensure performance, accessibility (Section 508 compliance), security, scalability, and reliability across the full stack.
- Integrate frontend and backend functionality into cohesive, reliable, and maintainable features.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps automation.
Architecture, Analysis & System Design
- Conduct advanced system analysis, defining technical constraints, data flows, and distributed system interactions.
- Contribute to long‑term architectural planning, modernization initiatives, and technical RFC development.
AI‑Powered Enhancements
- Implement and support AI/LLM workflows and automations in alignment with VA standards and federal security guidelines.
- Develop Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, vector search, embedding configurations, and model orchestration.
- Operationalize GenAI systems in AWS including model operations, observability, monitoring, and cost optimization.
Leadership, Collaboration & Delivery
- Mentor junior and mid‑level engineers while fostering high‑quality engineering practices.
- Collaborate with product owners, UX designers, backend teams, and federal stakeholders to deliver Veteran‑focused services.
- Participate in and sometimes facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, reviews, and code reviews.
Quality, Testing & Documentation
- Lead unit, integration, and end‑to‑end testing efforts across the full stack.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, architecture notes, and operational procedures.
- Ensure all deliverables meet federal, contractual, security, accessibility, and compliance requirements.
Required Skills and Experience
- 5–8 years of professional software development experience.
- Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience.
- Advanced proficiency in React/Redux, TypeScript, and Ruby on Rails.
- Experience building, integrating, and optimizing RESTful APIs within distributed systems.
- Familiarity with AWS, DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.
- Experience with Agile/Scrum workflows.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Experience supporting the VA, VA.gov architecture, or other federal agencies.
- Familiarity with federal enterprise systems such as CorpDB, MPI, BDN, and VBMS.
- Experience deploying AI or ML features in compliance‑heavy, FedRAMP or government environments.
If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:
- During the Interview Process
- Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team Camera must be on A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
During the Interview Process
- Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
- Camera must be on
- A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
During the Interview Process Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team Camera must be on A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
- During the Hiring Process
- Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening Background check, to include: Criminal history (past 7 years) Verification of your highest level of education Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application
During the Hiring Process
- Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
- Background check, to include:
- Criminal history (past 7 years) Verification of your highest level of education Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application
Background check, to include:
- Criminal history (past 7 years)
- Verification of your highest level of education
- Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application
At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Corporate Discounts
- Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
- Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
- Referral Bonus Program
- Internal Mobility Program
- Pet Insurance
- Flexible Work Environment