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Junior Developer

An employee-owned company providing technology solutions and recognized among Washington Post's "Top Workplaces" since 2021.
Sterling, VA, USAAurora, CO, USA
Backend
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Junior Developer

Northstrat is seeking a junior developer for an exciting new greenfield development program. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in both frontend and backend development. The position involves working with microservices architecture, cloud deployment, and modern development practices. The company provides a comprehensive benefits package including flexible hours, profit sharing, and stock options as an employee-owned company.

The ideal candidate will have 0-4 years of experience and be willing to learn various technologies including Java, Spring Framework, web frameworks (Angular, React, Vue), and cloud services (AWS). The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to work on-site in either Sterling, VA or Aurora, CO.

What makes this opportunity special is the combination of working on modern technology stack while having access to extensive learning opportunities and mentorship from senior developers. The company emphasizes work-life balance and offers unique benefits like an Individual Benefits Account (IBA) that provides flexibility in choosing benefits that best suit individual needs.

The role involves working in an Agile environment with daily standups, iteration planning, and retrospectives. You'll be writing code that gets deployed to the cloud through automated DevSecOps pipelines, giving you exposure to the complete software development lifecycle. The company's status as a Top Workplace (recognized by The Washington Post) and its employee-owned structure makes it an attractive opportunity for developers looking to grow their careers while having a stake in the company's success.

Last updated 14 days ago

Responsibilities For Junior Developer

  • Implementing microservice solutions for complex problems based on well-defined Jira tickets
  • Writing clean, maintainable code with full automated test coverage
  • Adhering to software development best practices and code quality standards
  • Participating in Agile development process including daily standups, iteration planning meetings, and retrospectives
  • Writing code that is deployed to the cloud via automated DevSecOps pipeline

Requirements For Junior Developer

Java
JavaScript
TypeScript
MongoDB
MySQL
PostgreSQL
Redis
React
Kubernetes
RabbitMQ
Kafka
  • Must have an active TS/SCI with CI poly clearance
  • Bachelor's Degree in STEM field or related experience
  • Must be available to work in-person in Sterling, VA or Aurora, CO
  • 0-4 years of developer experience
  • Proficiency with Linux development including command line
  • Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Java
  • Current Security+ (or similar) certification or willingness to obtain

Benefits For Junior Developer

401k
Medical Insurance
  • Flexible working hours
  • Individual Benefits Account (IBA) - 50% of monthly compensation
  • Profit Sharing Plan (PSP) - 25% of compensation
  • Stock Options
  • Lifelong Learning and Training Opportunities
  • Employee referral incentives
  • Work-life balance

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