BigBear.ai · 22 hours ago
Full Stack Developer
Ashburn, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBigBear.ai is a leading provider of AI-powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. They are seeking a Full Stack Developer to build and deploy scalable web applications using the MERN stack, while collaborating in an Agile environment and implementing DevOps practices.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentInformation TechnologyMachine LearningNational SecurityService Industry
Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and deploy full-stack web applications using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js) to deliver scalable, high-impact solutions
Build and integrate RESTful APIs that power seamless, dynamic user experiences
Implement robust authentication and authorization systems using JWT and OAuth to protect user data and ensure secure access
Optimize performance across both front-end and back-end layers — ensuring fast, responsive interfaces and efficient server-side logic
Containerize and deploy applications using Docker, supporting smooth, production-ready environments
Write and maintain thorough unit, integration, and end-to-end tests with tools like Jest, Mocha, Enzyme, and Cypress
Work closely with designers, developers, and stakeholders, participating in Agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
Apply best practices with Git, ESLint, and CI/CD pipelines to maintain high code quality and enable rapid, reliable delivery
Enhance products by integrating third-party APIs (e.g., payment gateways, social logins, maps, etc.)
Maintain clear and detailed technical documentation, and contribute to a collaborative, feedback-driven culture through regular code reviews
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and 5 to 8 years of experience
Strong command of JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, along with experience using modern front-end frameworks like React, Redux, and Next.js to build clean, responsive user interfaces
Solid backend development experience using Node.js and Express.js, with a proven track record of designing and integrating RESTful APIs
Expertise in database management, including MongoDB with Mongoose, and PostgreSQL using Sequelize ORM
Familiarity with Docker for containerization, Git/GitHub for version control, and CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployment
Experience with testing frameworks such as Jest, Mocha, Enzyme, and Cypress to ensure application quality and reliability
An understanding of Agile methodologies and DevOps practices, with a proactive mindset toward collaboration and delivery
Strong debugging and performance optimization skills, with a detail-oriented and problem-solving approach
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with the confidence to contribute in cross-functional teams and fast-paced environments
Preferred
Hands-on experience with cloud services, especially AWS, to support scalable and reliable application deployments
Familiarity with GraphQL for building flexible, efficient APIs and enhancing frontend-backend integration
Working knowledge of Webpack and modern build tools to optimize performance and streamline front-end development workflows
Company
BigBear.ai
BigBear.ai's mission is to deliver clarity for the world's most complex decisions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$225M2023-01-17Post Ipo Equity· $25M
2021-12-08Post Ipo Debt· $200M
2021-12-08IPO
Leadership Team
Sean Ricker
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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