Senior Full Stack Engineer

Peraton

. Support the U.S. Geological Survey Volcano Hazards Program by designing, developing, documenting, and deploying a modern cloud-ready database and data visualization tools . Analyze government-furnished monitoring and

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $104,000 - $166,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing PostgreSQL/PostGIS relational databases, developing RESTful APIs using FastAPI or Flask, and creating interactive web applications with JavaScript/TypeScript and React. Proficient in data ingestion, ETL workflows, and ensuring compliance with federal metadata standards and accessibility requirements.

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PostgreSQL/PostGIS Database DesignRESTful API Development with FastAPI or FlaskJavaScript/TypeScript Front-End DevelopmentGIS Tools: ArcGIS, ArcPy, GDAL/OGRCloud Deployment and Containerization

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Hard Skills

Database DesignData VisualizationETL WorkflowsAPI Security and DocumentationData ModelingWeb Mapping LibrariesTechnical DocumentationAccessibility Standards ComplianceScripting for AutomationVersion Control with Git

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCross-Functional Team CollaborationFeedback IntegrationProgress ReportingProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

FastAPIFlaskReactESRI JavaScript APILeafletMapboxArcGISArcPyGDAL/OGRPostGIS

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Trust ClearanceDOI Security Awareness Training

Industry Keywords

USGSVolcano Hazards ProgramFISMANIST SP 800-53Certification and AccreditationWCAG 2.0 Level A and AAFederal Metadata Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudETLFlaskJavaScriptPostGISPostgresPythonReactTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the U.S. Geological Survey Volcano Hazards Program by designing, developing, documenting, and deploying a modern cloud-ready database and data visualization tools
Analyze government-furnished monitoring and evaluation plans and existing VDAP database code
Design and implement a PostgreSQL/PostGIS relational database with stored procedures, views, data validation logic, and data dictionaries
Architect the database for mobile device accessibility
Design and implement RESTful APIs in Python using FastAPI or Flask
Develop data ingestion tools and ETL workflows
Implement metadata management aligned with USGS standards
Conduct unit and integration testing of backend components
Develop web-based and mobile-friendly data entry and reporting interfaces using JavaScript/TypeScript and React
Create an editable content management tool for VHP staff
Build interactive dashboards and visualization modules with filtering, drill-down, and export capabilities
Develop GIS-enabled tools for spatial visualization of volcano data
Implement interactive web mapping using ESRI JavaScript API, Leaflet, or Mapbox
Integrate geospatial layers with the database backend through RESTful APIs
Leverage ArcGIS, ArcPy, GDAL/OGR, and PostGIS spatial functions
Architect systems for cloud-ready, portable, maintainable deployment aligned with USGS architecture and security baselines
Document deployment configurations for future migration to CHS-supported cloud and hybrid environments
Produce and maintain user guides, data dictionaries, API references, system schemas, and deployment guides
Complete DOI security awareness training and adhere to FISMA, NIST, and DOI security requirements
Support Certification and Accreditation activities and approved logon banner requirements
Validate interfaces against WCAG 2.0 Level A and Level AA criteria and remediate non-conforming features
Attend weekly check-in meetings with VHP staff and the volcano-hazards software development team
Provide written progress updates covering completed work, planned work, issues, and risks
Integrate feedback from the VHP Coordinator and COR
Coordinate with teams across the five U.S. volcano observatories to maintain system interoperability
Travel to Natural Hazards Mission Area offices for onboarding, integration meetings, or collaborative working sessions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and 8 years of professional experience, or a master's degree and 6 years of professional experience, or an associate's degree and 10 years of professional experience, or a high school diploma/equivalent and 12 years of professional experience
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
All work must be performed within the United States
Experience designing, implementing, and optimizing relational databases with spatial data types, indexing strategies, and complex query development using PostgreSQL/PostGIS
Proficiency building RESTful APIs using FastAPI or Flask
Experience with data ingestion, ETL workflows, and scripting for automation
Strong front-end development skills using modern JavaScript frameworks
Ability to build responsive, accessible, interactive web applications using JavaScript/TypeScript and React
Hands-on experience with ArcGIS, ArcPy, GDAL/OGR, PostGIS, and at least one web mapping library: ESRI JavaScript API, Leaflet, or Mapbox
Experience designing, documenting, and consuming RESTful APIs; understanding of API security, versioning, and documentation best practices
Ability to design logical and physical data models, entity-relationship diagrams, and comprehensive data dictionaries aligned with federal metadata standards
Experience designing portable, maintainable systems for cloud or hybrid deployment
Familiarity with containerization and cloud-native design patterns
Proficiency with Git-based workflows including branching, merging, code review, and repository management
Working knowledge of Section 508/WCAG 2.0 Level A and Level AA accessibility standards
Experience implementing semantic HTML, ARIA attributes, keyboard navigation, and color contrast compliance
Familiarity with FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, and federal Certification & Accreditation processes
Ability to produce clear, complete technical documentation including user guides, API references, system schemas, and deployment guides
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience working in cross-functional teams with government stakeholders
Ability to provide clear status updates and integrate iterative feedback
Ability to travel for up to three on-site visits during the 12-month period of performance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base salary range of $104,000–$166,000
Employees may be eligible for overtime
Employees may be eligible for shift differential
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus
Remote work arrangement
Up to three on-site visits during the 12-month period of performance