25-1060: Full Stack Software Engineer - Herndon, VA

Senior Full Stack Software Engineer

Job ID#: 25-1061

Clearance: Active Top Secret with SCI

Location: Herndon, VA

Who We Are :
Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.

What We Do :
At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.

What You’ll Do :

Navitas is seeking a skilled and forward-leaning Full Stack Software Engineer to support the rapid development and deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, secure, and high-performance AI-driven applications and prototypes in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams. Candidates must have experience across modern front-end and back-end technologies, DevSecOps, and microservices-based architecture.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Design and develop software architectures, APIs, frameworks, and reusable libraries supporting AI-based capabilities

• Build scalable front-end and back-end components to accelerate AI prototype development

• Maintain and enhance shared tools and libraries used across multiple teams and projects

• Sustain and improve in-production applications by performing bug fixes, security updates, and feature enhancements in alignment with sprint planning

• Engage with end users and product owners to define, refine, and deliver product capabilities

• Develop architectural roadmaps, software strategies, and implementation plans

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (UX designers, data scientists, developers, testers, and cognitive scientists) to ensure cohesive and effective AI solutions

• Formulate approaches to accelerate prototyping of AI and Generative AI features and functionalities

• Create and review documentation, including technical specifications, requirements, and compliance standards

• Optimize code for performance, scalability, and maintainability through profiling, metrics, and testing

• Stay current with emerging technologies in AI systems, DevSecOps, and cloud-native patterns

• Contribute to and document reference architectures, compliance frameworks, and design patterns

What You’ll Need :

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 5–7 years of relevant experience, or

  • Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience

• 5+ years of experience with Python, JavaScript, and at least one additional programming language (Java preferred)

• Experience with front-end frameworks like React or Vue

• Hands-on experience with back-end frameworks/runtimes: Node.js, Spring, Spring Boot, Django, Flask, etc.

• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools (Scrum, Jira, etc.)

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git runners, and static/dynamic code scanning tools

• Experience with Kubernetes and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker)

• Understanding of Object Relational Mapping frameworks like SQLAlchemy

• Proficient with relational databases such as PostgreSQL

• Experience with modern software architectures including microservices and component-based front-end architecture

Set Yourself Apart with:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally

• Ability to interpret and synthesize complex requirements into scalable, maintainable solutions

• Preferred: DoDD 8140 IAT Level III certification or equivalent

Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources.

Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.