Software Developer – Alpha

Markon

. Support a development team responsible for maintaining and enhancing mission applications .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeChantilly • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $140,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full-stack software development, particularly with Node.js, and has a strong ability to design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug complex applications. Proficient in deploying applications in cloud-based environments and collaborating effectively with technical teams and end users.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Full-Stack Software DevelopmentNode.js Application DevelopmentAPI CreationCloud Deployment (AWS, Azure, VMware, Docker, Kubernetes)Agile Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentTroubleshootingDebuggingApplication Performance OptimizationBackend Development

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

AWSAzureVMwareDockerKubernetes

Certifications & Qualifications

TS/SCI FS Poly Clearance

Industry Keywords

Internet ProtocolsNetworking TechnologiesMPLSEthernet VLANsJavaScript Frameworks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AngularAWSAzureCloudDockerJavaScriptKubernetesNode.jsReactTypeScriptVMwareVue.js

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support a development team responsible for maintaining and enhancing mission applications
Design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug complex software applications
Develop innovative solutions to improve application performance, scalability, and distributed processing capabilities
Track and maintain highly technical data used for analytical and troubleshooting activities
Collaborate with team members to clarify technical requirements and resolve development obstacles
Develop and maintain full-stack software solutions, including backend functionality and APIs
Support application deployment within cloud-based and virtualized environments
Participate in development activities using Agile software development methodologies
Communicate effectively with technical team members and end users to support development and mission objectives
Maintain current technical knowledge and skills as software development technologies and practices evolve

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree related to the technical discipline and at least 3 years of relevant experience; OR Associate’s degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience; OR no degree and at least 7 years of relevant experience
At least 2 years of full-stack software development experience
In-depth experience developing applications using Node.js
Experience with backend development and API creation
Experience deploying applications within cloud-based or virtualized environments, such as AWS, Azure, VMware, Docker, or Kubernetes
Demonstrated ability to design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug complex software applications
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively within a team environment and engage with end users
TS/SCI FS Poly clearance level
Desired: Strong understanding of internet protocols and networking technologies, including MPLS and Ethernet VLANs
Desired: Understanding of modern JavaScript frameworks, such as Vue, Angular, or React

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Training and Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Holidays