Lead Full Stack Developer/Architect

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview:

Over the past 15 years, eTel has delivered essential solutions for the federal government by securing and managing data, providing scalable identity access, modernizing legacy systems, and building high-performance platforms. By integrating new technologies and ensuring reliable operations we help agencies stay prepared for future challenges As a premier technology solutions and services company to the US federal government, eTel possesses longstanding relationships across the federal civilian marketplace. Other customers include the broader Treasury Department, Commerce Department, and State Department.

eTel offers integrated CMMI Level 3 processes, tools, and techniques with innovative, cost-efficient, and secure solutions to address complex challenges. eTel also holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 27001:2013, and ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018 certifications, and offers dedicated subject matter experts (SMEs) and thought leaders that possess a deep understanding of customers' environments and challenges.

Location: Remote (preferably within the Washington DC area)

Citizenship: US Citizen (MUST)

Security Clearance: Must be eligible to possess MBI (IRS Background Investigation) clearance. Active MBI clearance is preferred.

Job Summary:

The Lead Full Stack Developer/Architect will serve as a senior technical leader supporting the IRS program, responsible for designing, developing, and modernizing mission-critical IRS systems. This role requires deep technical expertise in Java/Spring Boot, microservices architecture, and container-based development, supporting the IRS's modernization initiatives for several critical enterprise systems.

The ideal candidate will bring expert-level programming capabilities, strong experience with container modernization and microservices development, and the ability to lead end-to-end architecture and implementation of scalable enterprise solutions within a secure federal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of modern full-stack applications supporting IRS's modernization initiatives.
• Architect and implement microservices-based solutions using Java and Spring Boot.
• Design and develop containerized services using technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.
• Provide end-to-end architectural leadership, from application design through deployment and production support.
• Develop scalable backend services and APIs that integrate with IRS enterprise systems and legacy platforms.
• Lead efforts to modernize legacy systems into microservices and container-based architectures.
• Implement secure, high-performance APIs and backend services supporting enterprise-level workloads.
• Ensure adherence to IRS enterprise architecture, security, and development standards.
• Collaborate with architects, DevOps engineers, and other development teams to ensure seamless integration across systems.
• Participate in code reviews and enforce high-quality coding standards and best practices.
• Support CI/CD pipeline integration and automated deployment processes.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to development team members.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and support system optimization and performance improvements.
• Contribute to architecture documentation, design artifacts, and technical implementation plans.
• Demonstrated ability/evidence of high volume of accurate code production.
• Competency in container orchestration platforms, Git-based source control, Agile development tools, and DevSecOps practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 15+ years of experience in full-stack software development within enterprise environments.
• Strong programming experience with Java and Spring Boot frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience developing microservices-based architectures.
• Hands-on experience with containerized application development using Docker and Kubernetes/OpenShift.
• Experience supporting large-scale enterprise systems modernization initiatives.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, API development, and scalable backend architectures.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Familiarity with OpenShift container platforms used in federal environments.
• Experience leading technical teams or serving as a technical lead for large-scale development efforts.
• Ability to contribute to technical solutioning and proposal support activities for future growth initiatives.

Commitment to Diversity -
eTelligent Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, nations origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, and any other characteristic provided in accordance with applicable, federal, state and local laws.