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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Full Stack Developer - **Company:** Booz Allen Hamilton Inc. - **Location:** Aurora, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $87,000.0 - $198,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Engineering, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Database Queries, Programming Tools, Distributed Systems, Amazon DynamoDB, Elasticsearch, Geospatial Intelligence, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, NoSQL, Performance Tuning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Services, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Apache Solr, SQL Stored Procedures, SQLite, SQL Databases, Web Application Frameworks, Large Language Models, Spring-boot, Backend, Cloudformation, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Apache Nifi, Graphql, Data Management, Terraform, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Docker - **Published:** September 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.builtincolorado.com/job/full-stack-developer-senior/11431877?handler=ApplyRedirect ## About the Role * 6+ years of experience with full-stack software engineering * Experience leading technical delivery or architecture for cloud-native or distributed systems * Experience with Python, C++, Java, or Spring Boot * Experience with SQL or NoSQL databases, such as PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, MongoDB, or SQLite * Experience architecting and deploying solutions using AWS or Azure cloud frameworks * Experience with containerization and orchestration, such as Docker and Kubernetes * Experience with complex API ecosystems, such as FastAPT, REST, gRPC, or GraphQL * Experience building secure, high-performance applications in classified or highly restricted environments * Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam * Bachelor's degree in a STEM field Nice If You Have: * Experience with distributed search or data platforms such as Elasticsearch, OpenSearch, Solr, Kafka, or NiFi * Experience modernizing legacy applications into modern frameworks * Experience with IaC tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation * Experience integrating AI/ML or LLM-based development workflows * Experience supporting GEOINT or Intelligence Community analytic missions * Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required. Skills Assessment As part of Booz Allen's skills first hiring process, candidates must complete the required skills assessment to ensure they meet the Basic Qualifications for this role. Candidates must complete the assessment and meet the minimum proficiency threshold to continue in the hiring process. ## Description As a Senior Full Stack Developer at Booz Allen, you will lead the modernization of mission-critical GEOINT systems by architecting and delivering cloud-native, data-driven applications and microservices. In this senior role, you will shape technical direction, oversee the integration of modern pipelines, and develop secure, scalable solutions that directly impact analysts performing high-consequence missions. You'll serve as a technical leader who advises on architecture, mentors engineers, and drives engineering excellence across complex modernization efforts. What You'll Do: * Lead architecture, design, and implementation of full-stack capabilities across cloud-native microservices * Own major system components and guide the technical roadmap for modernization and cloud adoption * Develop distributed, secure, scalable back-end services using Python, Java/Spring Boot, or similar technologies * Architect and govern cloud deployments (AWS), including Kubernetes clusters, IaC, security controls, and reliability patterns * Guide teams in DevSecOps execution, including GitLab CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, secure coding standards, and supply-chain integrity * Integrate large-scale data, search, or analytic pipelines, such as Kafka, NiFi, Elasticsearch * Partner with product owners, mission users, and cross-functional engineering teams to define requirements and technical strategy * Mentor and support mid-level and junior engineers; perform code reviews and drive engineering best practices * Evaluate emerging technologies, including LLMs/AI, synthetic data, and augmented development tools for mission applicability, Build backend-focused Java/Kotlin APIs and data-driven product features, while contributing to React dashboards and workflows. Design scalable systems, participate in architecture and code reviews, troubleshoot production issues using observability tools, and collaborate with data, reporting, design, and product teams to launch emerging products. Top Skills: Ai ToolingDistributed SystemsFront-End Testing FrameworksGraphQLGrpcJavaJavaScriptKotlinReactRelational DatabasesRestSQLStreaming Data MetLife, Lead the architecture, modernization, and implementation of secure, cloud-native GEOINT applications and microservices. Develop scalable backend services, govern AWS and Kubernetes deployments, implement DevSecOps pipelines, integrate data and search platforms, and guide technical roadmaps. Partner with mission users and engineering teams, mentor developers, conduct code reviews, and evaluate AI technologies. The role requires experience with distributed systems, APIs, databases, cloud infrastructure, classified environments, and an active TS/SCI clearance. Top Skills: Ai/MlAWSAws CloudformationAzureC++CloudFormationDockerDynamoDBElasticsearchGitlab Ci/CdGraphQLGrpcJavaKafkaKubernetesLlmsMongoDBNifiNoSQLOpensearchPostgresPythonRestSolrSpring BootSQLSqliteTerraform What you need to know about the Colorado Tech Scene With a business-friendly climate and research universities like CU Boulder and Colorado State, Colorado has made a name for itself as a startup ecosystem. The state boasts a skilled workforce and high quality of life thanks to its affordable housing, vibrant cultural scene and unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation. Colorado is also home to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, helping cement its status as a hub for renewable energy innovation. 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