Senior Software Developer at General… · Fort Bragg

Senior Software Developer Location: USA NC Fort Bragg Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Software Engineering Job Qualifications: Skills: API Development, Containerized Application, Full Stack Development, Kubernetes, User Interfaces (UI) Certifications: None Experience: 8 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes Job Description: 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 The Software Developer Senior Principal will lead full stack web application development, demonstrate expertise in cloud-based technologies like Kubernetes, and support the full software development lifecycle to include designing, developing, deploying, and optimizing critical applications. This is a hybrid role located in Fort Bragg, NC with the option for flex hours. MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT As a Software Developer Senior Principal, you will play a critical role in partnering with product managers to understand customer requirements, designing enterprise full stack applications, and demonstrating hands-on experience with modern JavaScript frameworks and cloud technologies to ensure robust, scalable, and secure solutions for some of the nation’s most consequential missions. Job Duties (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO) Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade full-stack applications, including building complex UIs with React and TypeScript, developing RESTful services in Go (Gin), managing relational data in PostgreSQL, and deploying containerized applications using Docker. Build complex, interactive UIs using modern React patterns, including state management, data fetching (e.g., React Query), component libraries (e.g., MUI), and advanced features such as drag-and-drop, data visualization, and document generation. Integrate frontend applications with RESTful APIs and real-time data streams (e.g., WebSockets). Deploy, orchestrate, and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes. Leverage tools like Elasticsearch and OpenSearch to implement efficient search, indexing, and data retrieval capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, architect solutions, and deliver clean, maintainable code. Participate in major application rewrites, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and user-friendly. Troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance existing codebases and workflows. Document software designs, development processes, and system functionality. Apply best practices in DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud development. Proactively identify and resolve technical issues, ensuring high availability and performance. Support application testing, debugging, and deployment processes. Required Skills & Experience: 8+ years of software development experience, with strong proficiency in web application development. Experience designing schemas, writing efficient queries, and optimizing performance in relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL. Deployment of containerized applications using Docker; experience with Kubernetes or other orchestration platforms is preferred. Proven ability to develop, deploy, and maintain enterprise applications in hybrid cloud environments. Familiarity with modern development practices, including CI/CD, version control (Git), and Agile methodologies. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a "figure-it-out" mindset. Ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced, dynamic team environments. Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. U.S. Citizenship is required due to government contract requirements. Desired Skills: Experience with AWS or other cloud platforms Familiarity with message queueing systems like Kafka Experience working with Elasticsearch and/or OpenSearch for indexing and search functionalities Understanding of modern DevSecOps principles Experience with additional object-oriented programming languages, like Python Education & Certifications: BS Degree in Computer Science preferred or related field Security Clearance: TS/SCI Clearance 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 The likely salary range for this position is $146,200 - $197,800. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: Less than 10% Telecommuting Options: Hybrid Work Location: USA NC Fort Bragg Additional 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 at gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans