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# Software Developer - Expert

- **Company:** Cherokee Federal
- **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $170,000 - $205,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Applications Architecture, Automation of Tests, Code Review, Databases, Relational Databases, Database Queries, Software Debugging, HP Systems Insight Manager, Identity and Access Management, MySQL, Node.Js, OAuth, OpenID, Openid Connect, Standard Sql, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Secure Coding, Software Systems, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Web Applications, Web Application Frameworks, Java Application Server, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, Software Security, Backend, Git, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Deployment Automation, Front End Software Development, Api Design, NestJS, Restful APIs, Docker
- **Published:** November 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9309760/software-developer-expert

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree

 * Minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience

Proficiency in TypeScript and JavaScript:

 * Experience with Angular or comparable modern frontend frameworks

 * Experience designing, developing, and integrating RESTful APIs

Familiarity with Git and collaborative development workflows:

 * Understanding of modern software development principles, application architecture, and secure coding practices

 * Ability to work collaboratively within a technical team

 * This position requires an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

 * Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.

 * Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Direct experience with Angular, NestJS, and MySQL

 * Experience supporting large-scale enterprise applications or API-based architectures

 * Familiarity with Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) concepts and technologies

 * Understanding authentication and authorization standards, including OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC) and SAML

 * Experience developing or maintaining Java applications or services

 * Experience with Docker and containerized orchestration

 * Familiarity with Kubernetes and container orchestration

 * Experience with AWS or other cloud environments

 * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes

 * Experience with automated testing and application monitoring

 * Experience working in Agile development environments

 * Experience developing backend services using Node.js, preferably NestJS.

 * Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases, preferably MySQL

## Description

Cherokee Preting is seeking a Full Stack Software Developer to support our government client. The Full Stack Software Developer will support the development, modernization, and maintenance of enterprise web applications and RESTful APIs within the Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) domain, Includes the following:

 * Develop, enhance, and maintain enterprise web applications using Angular and TypeScript

 * Design, implement, and maintain enterprise RESTful APIs and backend services using NestJS and Node.js.

 * Develop and optimize database queries, schemas, and integrations using MySQL

 * Support application functionality within the Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM domain

 * Develop integrations between enterprise applications , APIs, and supporting services

 * Troubleshoot and resolve application issues across frontend, backend, and database components

 * Collaborate with developers, architects, and stakeholders to translate business and technical requirements into software solutions

 * Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and technical design discussions

 * Apply secure coding practices and support application security, performance, and reliability

 * Contribute to ongoing modernization and improvement of enterprise applications and services

 * Perform other job-related duties as assigned.