22 backend full stack software engineer jobs at 19 companies in District of Columbia
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Los Angeles or Alabama or Alaska or Delaware or District of Columbia or Hawaii or Iowa or Louisiana or Mississippi or Nebraska or New Mexico or Rhode Island or South Dakota or West Virginia or United States
$140k/yrHybridFull Time
TeamSnap: Software platform for managing youth sports teams and leagues.
2+ YOE2+ years software engineering experience; strong backend skills with Node and TypeScript/JavaScript, frontend experience with React, SQL/relational databases, distributed systems and API development.
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Consulting and technology services for government and commercial clients
8+ YOE8+ years in software engineering; object-oriented programming, web applications, backend services, REST APIs, relational databases, SQL, CI/CD, Agile, Jira, TS/SCI with polygraph, and a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Provides technology and management consulting services to diverse organizations.
8+ YOERequires 8+ years of software engineering, 5+ years with object-oriented programming, web application and backend API experience, databases and SQL, Agile, Jira, TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, and a relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Vanda PharmaceuticalsNASDAQ: VNDA: Develops and commercializes therapies for unmet medical needs.
4+ YOE4+ years in full stack/developer roles; strong Ruby on Rails; frontend with Vue/React/TypeScript; RESTful and GraphQL APIs; databases PostgreSQL/MySQL/MongoDB/DynamoDB; AWS; CI/CD; healthcare data security knowledge.
VTG: Provides engineering and digital modernization solutions for national security.
1+ YOEBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field; 1-5 years of relevant experience; backend in Python; frontend with React; strong Git, Docker; familiarity with Linux and Bash; DoD Secret clearance required (or ability to obtain).
Boston or Chicago or Los Angeles or New York City or Rochester or San Francisco or Washington
$107k-$193k/yrRemoteFull Time
Nixon Peabody: Full-service global law firm providing comprehensive legal solutions.
8+ YOE8+ years full stack development experience, Bachelor's in CS or equivalent, deep expertise with Microsoft stack, frontend and backend frameworks, SQL Server, Azure, CI/CD, testing, and leadership/mentoring experience.
Virtru: Provides data-centric encryption and privacy control software for organizations.
5+ YOERequires 5+ years developing JavaScript, including Node.js or React; Go backend and API development; AWS or GCP; Docker; scalable SaaS operations; DevOps; and software design patterns.
KPMG: Global professional services network providing audit, tax, and advisory.
3+ YOE3+ years full-stack development experience, proficiency with modern JavaScript frameworks, Java backend, cloud (Azure/AWS), DevOps tooling, databases; bachelor's degree; eligible for U.S. government clearance.
MetroStar: Provides digital transformation and IT services to government agencies.
5+ YOERequires active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, 5+ years of full stack development, web and backend services experience, programming and scripting skills, REST APIs, SQL, Linux, troubleshooting, automation, and secure coding.
Fortegra: Provides specialty insurance products and warranty service solutions.
7+ YOE7+ years software engineering, expert React, backend framework experience (Node.js, Python, .NET Core), secure public-facing app and cloud architecture experience, hands-on use of AI coding tools and agentic workflows.
React, Node.js, NestJS, Express, Python, FastAPI, Django, Microsoft .NET Core, AWS, Microsoft Azure, GCP, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Replit, Lovable
United States or San Diego or Dallas or Washington or Boston
$150k-$230k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Shield AI: Develops autonomous flight software and unmanned aircraft for defense.
7+ YOEBS/MS in CS or equivalent experience, typically 7+ years (or equivalent by higher degree), experience with modern frontend frameworks and full‑stack/backend languages, distributed systems, databases, and ability to obtain SECRET clearance.
Kearney: Global management consulting firm providing strategic and operational advice.
4+ YOE4+ years software development with strong front-end React/TypeScript skills, Python backend experience, CI/CD and cloud familiarity, ability to obtain U.S. Secret clearance, bachelor’s or equivalent, client-facing experience.
React, JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, FastAPI, SQL, Git, AWS, CI/CD, Docker, Power BI, DoD STIGs
Kentro: Provider of digital and IT services for federal agencies.
7+ YOE7+ years software development; bachelor’s degree or associate with 10+ years; full‑stack frontend and backend experience; strong SQL and DB skills; Git experience; active TS/SCI clearance and CI polygraph capability.
Spear AI: Develops AI software and sensors for maritime defense operations.
8+ YOE8+ years hands-on software development, TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly, full stack with modern JS and backend, cloud-native, DevSecOps, leadership.
United States or Austin or Boston or Chattanooga or Chicago or Dallas or Denver or Houston or Jefferson City or Kansas City or Madison or Milwaukee or Minneapolis or Nashville or Omaha or Providence or Springfield or Saint Louis or Washington
$76k-$234k/yrHybridFull Time
Husch Blackwell: A nationwide firm providing industry-focused legal and litigation services.
5+ YOEBachelor's or equivalent,5+ years application engineering experience,full‑stack proficiency with backend focus,experience with generative AI and cloud deployment (Azure preferred),strong architecture and communication skills.