Type of Requisition:
RegularClearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCIClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCIPublic Trust/Other Required:
NoneJob Family:
Software EngineeringJob Qualifications:
Skills:
Go Programming Language, Javascript Coding, RESTful APIs, TypeScript, WebSocketCertifications:
NoneExperience:
10 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:
YesJob Description:
FULL STACK ENGINEER SR PRINCIPAL
YOUR IMPACT
Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of War’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.
OUR COMPANY
Iron EagleX (IEX), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), delivers agile IT and Intelligence solutions. Combining small-team flexibility with global scale, IEX leverages emerging technologies to provide innovative, user-focused solutions that empower organizations and end users to operate smarter, faster, and more securely in dynamic environments.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Iron EagleX is seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer to help build, maintain, and modernize web applications. You will work closely with product, design, and engineering teams to deliver user-facing features backed by reliable APIs, scalable services, and well-structured data models. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable working across the stack, integrating application functionality into an existing microservice environment, and helping evolve legacy systems into modern services over time.
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer with expertise in React to build and maintain user-friendly, scalable, and high-performance web applications. You will work closely with product designers, back-end engineers, and stakeholders to create seamless and engaging user experiences. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about modern web development, interactive design, and optimizing front-end performance.
JOB DUTIES (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO)
Build, maintain, and improve full-stack web applications and supporting services
Develop responsive, accessible, and high-performance user interfaces using React, TypeScript, and modern web tooling
Design and implement backend APIs and service-layer logic in Golang
Integrate application functionality with shared services, APIs, and data systems across a microservice-based platform
Contribute to the modernization of existing applications by incrementally improving architecture, maintainability, and interoperability
Design and maintain application data models and persistence strategies using SQL, NoSQL, and event-based systems where appropriate
Write clean, testable, and reusable code, and contribute to code reviews and engineering standards
Support application deployment and operations in Docker and Kubernetes environments
Improve system reliability, observability, performance, and maintainability across the stack
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
10+ years of experience in software engineering across both front-end and back-end development.
Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and experience building modern React applications
Strong backend development experience in Golang
Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and service-to-service integrations
Experience working within service-oriented or microservice-based architectures
Experience with database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and EventStoreDB
Experience with Docker-based development and Kubernetes-based deployment environments
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and version control workflows
Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Clearance: Current TS/SCI Clearance is required
Experience: 10+ years of related experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Role requirements: Work is hybrid with three days onsite at Ft Bragg, NC
Due to US Government Contract Requirements, only US Citizens are eligible for this role
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD HAVE EXPERIENCE:
Building and shipping full stack applications with React on the front end and Golang services on the back end
Modernizing legacy applications by incrementally migrating functionality into microservice-based systems
Integrating application features with existing APIs, shared services, and platform capabilities
Working effectively with specialized front-end and data engineers in a collaborative environment
Designing maintainable service boundaries, data models, and integration patterns that support iterative delivery
IEX/GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At IEX/GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at IEX/GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results. #iexjobs
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Travel Required:
NoneTelecommuting Options:
HybridWork Location:
USA NC Fort BraggAdditional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events atEqual Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans