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Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.Full-Stack Platform Engineer
Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc. is hiring a remote Full-Stack Platform Engineer to provide senior technical leadership and hands-on engineering for a secure enterprise data analytics platform…
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Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc. is hiring a remote Full-Stack Platform Engineer to provide senior technical leadership and hands-on engineering for a secure enterprise data analytics platform in a federal setting. Established in 2002 and based in Frederick, Maryland, the privately held government contractor specializes in supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services, and timely delivery. The firm holds ISO 9001, 20000-1, and 270001 certifications, is appraised at CMMI Level…
Job Description
Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc. is hiring a remote Full-Stack Platform Engineer to provide senior technical leadership and hands-on engineering for a secure enterprise data analytics platform in a federal setting. Established in 2002 and based in Frederick, Maryland, the privately held government contractor specializes in supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services, and timely delivery. The firm holds ISO 9001, 20000-1, and 270001 certifications, is appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has earned recognition as a top workplace in the Greater Washington area since 2018.
The person in this role will design and build scalable web applications, REST APIs, cloud solutions, and data integrations while establishing secure development practices and resolving complex platform problems. Ideal candidates bring extensive full-stack and cloud engineering expertise combined with experience in federal or regulated settings. The position offers a yearly salary between $190,000.00 and $215,000.00, alongside comprehensive insurance coverage, retirement plans with employer matching, paid time off, and various reimbursement programs for tuition, training, exercise, and equipment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the architecture, design, and creation of full-stack applications using React, Python, Node.js, Express, REST APIs, and advanced SQL
- Build and support cloud-based data integrations, ETL and ELT pipelines, Databricks or equivalent analytics tools, and data quality functions
- Implement DevSecOps and secure engineering processes such as automated security testing, CI/CD, infrastructure as code, containerization, and code reviews
- Incorporate artificial intelligence and machine learning features including RAG patterns, LLM APIs, prompt engineering, and secure sensitive data management
- Engineer cloud solutions on AWS utilizing correct networking, IAM, encryption, secrets management, logging, and security controls
- Provide mentorship to engineers, guide technical decisions, direct production troubleshooting, and share technical recommendations with stakeholders
Requirements
- United States citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
- At least 10 years of software or platform engineering experience, featuring senior technical leadership or architecture responsibilities
- Extensive background working with React, Python or Node.js, REST APIs, advanced SQL, AWS, and modern data platforms
- Practical knowledge of CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes or ECS, Terraform, Git, and automated security tools
- Familiarity with application security, RBAC and IAM, OWASP principles, observability, and secure cloud architecture
- Background supporting federal or regulated operational environments along with knowledge of FISMA, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and ATO procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related technical discipline
- Preferred credentials include AWS certifications, CISSP, Security+, Databricks, CKA, CKS, or comparable technical qualifications
Core Skills
Benefits
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability, Life Insurance, and AD and D
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Pre-Tax 401K and or After-Tax Roth IRA with employer matching contributions
- Tuition and Technical Training Reimbursement
- Exercise Reimbursement
- Computer Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, the posting explicitly designates this as a remote role.
What is the salary range for this position?
The annual salary range is $190,000.00 to $215,000.00.
Are there any citizenship or clearance requirements?
Yes, United States citizenship is required, and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.
What educational background is required?
A bachelor degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field is required.
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