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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Full Stack Engineer - **Company:** Horizontal Talent - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $64,480.0 - $133,120.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Component-Based Software Engineering, Application Performance Management, Cloud Database, Software Quality, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Systems, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Human-Computer Interaction, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft SQL Server, Performance Tuning, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, TypeScript, ReactJS, Software Security, Backend, Git, Fastapi, Containerization, Information Technology, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e4d3506a-5805-47ec-8525-96f8d30754d1 ## About the Role * 7+ years of full-stack software development experience. * Strong hands-on experience with React, including hooks, state management, and component-based development. * Proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript. * Experience building backend applications with Python and FastAPI. * Solid knowledge of SQL Server or other enterprise relational databases. * Experience working in AWS cloud environments. * Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and DevSecOps practices. * Ability to diagnose and improve application performance across multiple layers of the stack. * Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills. * Experience using Git and modern version control workflows. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Preferred Skills * Experience with microservices and distributed systems. * Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes. * Exposure to infrastructure as code and cloud automation tools. * Experience with monitoring, observability, and performance tuning solutions. * Knowledge of secure development practices and application security principles. * Comfort working in a fast-moving environment with a focus on code quality and long-term maintainability. Horizontal is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and thrive. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply if this role aligns with your experience and interests. ## Description We're looking for a Senior Full Stack Engineer to build and support modern, high-performance web applications with a strong focus on React, Python, FastAPI, SQL, and AWS. This role offers the opportunity to work across the full stack, contribute to application modernization, and help deliver scalable solutions in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities * Design, build, and maintain responsive web applications using React and modern JavaScript practices. * Create reusable front-end components and support clean, scalable application architecture. * Develop and maintain backend services and APIs with Python and FastAPI. * Work with relational databases such as SQL Server to design, optimize, and troubleshoot data solutions. * Identify and resolve performance issues across the user interface, APIs, and database layers. * Support cloud-based application development and modernization efforts in AWS environments. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical approaches, development standards, and delivery priorities. * Contribute to CI/CD workflows, DevSecOps practices, testing, debugging, and code reviews. * Support deployment, monitoring, and production issue resolution as needed. * Continuously look for ways to improve maintainability, scalability, security, and development efficiency. ## Related Videos - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Build and Deploy a Fullstack App with Open Source Tooling](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/775-build-and-deploy-a-fullstack-app-with-open-source-tooling) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference Between Frontend and Backend Development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/240-what-s-the-difference-between-frontend-and-backend-development) - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe)