Aretum ยท 4 hours ago
Consulting GraphQL Subject Matter Expert - Contingent
McLean, VA
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expAretum is a mission-driven organization delivering innovative solutions across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. They are seeking a Consulting GraphQL Subject Matter Expert to guide clients in best practices for integrating GraphQL into their software architecture.
ConsultingInformation Technology
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide specific expertise in GraphQL technology or core topics such as GraphQL federation, schema governance or security
Guide specific decisions and assist with specific technology integration issues related to their expertise
Participate in Agile ceremonies as needed
Propose, develop and integrate solutions to support the goals of improved API development using GraphQL technology
Ensure that all solutions provided under this task support long term goals for GraphQL API development
Qualification
Required
5 years of applicable experience
Bachelor's degree
Expertise in GraphQL technology or core topics such as GraphQL federation, schema governance or security
Deep understanding of GraphQL query language, schemas, resolvers, and execution flow
Experience designing efficient, client-driven APIs versus REST-based patterns
Proficiency with GraphQL tooling (Apollo Server, GraphQL.js, Relay, Hasura, etc.)
Experience implementing GraphQL Federation (e.g., Apollo Federation)
Ability to design subgraphs aligned to bounded contexts and organizational domains
Manage entity ownership, shared types, and cross-service references
Ability to enforce schema standards, naming conventions, and documentation practices Implementing schema validation, linting, and review workflows
Experience managing backward compatibility and deprecation strategies
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position does not offer sponsorship
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development
Company
Aretum
ARETUM is a government contracting company specializing in technology-enabled mission support services for the Department of Defense.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bobby Frazitta
Vice President of People
Tiffany Bailey
Executive Vice President
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