Full Stack Developer with Security Clearance

Job Description
Gridiron IT is seeking a Full Stack Developer to support a federal program on a remote basis. Bachelors required
Minimum 10 years experience
Remote We are seeking a Full Stack Engineer – Subject Matter Expert (SME) . This individual will serve as the principal authority for full-stack architecture, application modernization, secure development practices, and enterprise technology integration. The Full Stack Engineer SME will lead the design, development, and optimization of scalable web applications across both frontend and backend technologies.

The role combines strategic technical leadership with hands-on development, ensuring applications are secure, high-performing, interoperable, and aligned with enterprise architecture standards, zero-trust principles, and complex cross-enclave requirements. Unique Skills / Technical Requirements

• Kubernetes
• Terraform
• GitLab CI/CD
• JFrog Artifactory
• AWS Cloud Services
• In-house custom developed application o UI & Backend/Middleware

? Bootstrap
? Django (Python)
? Database (MySQL)
? Elasticsearch / OpenSearch
? RabbitMQ
? Integration of reasoning components, retrieval systems, databases, and AI /
GenAI services

• Open-source Assembly line application o Minor open-source upstream development o UI & Backend/Middleware

? React
? NodeJS
? Python
? Redis
? Elasticsearch / OpenSearch
? Integration of reasoning components, retrieval systems, databases, and AI /
GenAI services Required skills:
Extensive experience with modern frontend frameworks, backend technologies, APIs, and relational/non-relational databases.
Strong knowledge of software architecture, system integration, and scalable application design.
Experience with secure development practices, DevSecOps methodologies, and CI/CD pipelines.
Expertise in database design, performance optimization, and application troubleshooting.
Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and establish development standards across teams. Preferred skills:
Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience supporting federal, defense, intelligence, or highly regulated environments.
Knowledge of cloud-native architectures, containerization, and microservices platforms.
Experience addressing cross-domain or cross-enclave interoperability challenges.
Expertise in zero-trust architectures and secure enterprise application development.
Relevant certifications in cloud technologies, software architecture, cybersecurity, or Agile development.