Lead Full Stack Application Developer

BLN24 is seeking a Lead Full Stack Application Developer to drive end-to-end solution design and delivery across front-end, back-end, and cloud infrastructure. This role mentors a multi-disciplinary team, establishes engineering best practices, and collaborates with product, UX, DevSecOps, and business stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and maintainable applications., * Own the architecture and implementation of the client web platform, encompassing the front-end, APIs, data layer, and cloud services.

• Lead design reviews, code reviews, and technical decision-making while setting and enforcing high-quality coding standards for the application.

• Collaborate with Product and UX teams to translate policy guidance requirements into well-scoped, scalable, and user-centric technical solutions.

• Implement modern CI/CD pipelines, test automation, observability, and "security-by-design" principles to ensure a robust and resilient environment.

• Guide backlog refinement, technical debt remediation, and performance optimization using Agile practices to maintain high velocity and platform reliability.

• Mentor developers through pairing, constructive feedback, and tailored growth plans to foster a high-performing, multi-disciplinary engineering culture.

• Oversee cloud deployments (including blue/green and canary strategies), infrastructure-as-code, and cost optimization within FedRAMP-authorized environments.

• Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and accessibility requirements, maintaining strict adherence to Section 508 and NIST standards., Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form CC-305 OMB Control Number 1250-0005 Expires 04/30/2026 Why are you being asked to complete this form?

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• 8+ years in software development, including 3+ years in a tech lead role.

• Backend: Senior-level experience with Drupal 10 (PHP) and custom module development.

• Frontend: Mastery of React.js, TypeScript, and modern CSS frameworks (USWDS experience is a major plus).

• Cloud/DevOps: Experience deploying in FedRAMP environments (AWS/Azure) and managing CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions/Jenkins).

• Security: Deep understanding of HSTS, SSL/TLS, and building "Security by Design" to protect the platform itself.

• US. Citizenship Required

What is your current ACTIVE Clearance Status?* How many years of relevant experience do you possess?* What is your highest level of education?* Please list your relevant certifications for this role.* What is your expected salary range? (Please do not list "Negotiable")* The following questions are entirely optional., Invitation for Job Applicants to Self-Identify as a U.S. Veteran

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BLN24 is an award-winning Management Consulting Firm that supports the U.S. Federal Government in successfully achieving their mission and goals. Our service and solutions delivery start with understanding each client's end-state, and then seamlessly integrating within each Agency's organization to improve and enhance strategic and technical operations and deployments., What BLN24 brings to the Game: BLN24 benefits are game changing. We like our team to play hard and that means they need to be taken care of - physically, financially, and emotionally. We make sure to keep them in the game by giving them access to generous medical, dental, and vision plans. * You can join one of the fastest growing companies headquartered in the Washington DC Metro Area. We give you the opportunity to work in different sectors, so you have the chance at variety while maintaining stability. * Flexibility at BLN24 allows each individual the opportunity to balance quality work and their personal lives. Depending on projects, we allow remote working opportunities so you can always be in the game no matter where you call home. BLN24 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe people are our strength and understand diverse talents are key to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.