CMiT is seeking a highly motivated Senior Backend Developer (AWS) to join our growing technology team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable cloud-native applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that support critical federal missions.
The ideal candidate is a strong problem solver with deep experience in modern JavaScript technologies, AWS cloud services, and backend application development. You will play a key role in building secure, high-performing solutions while contributing to an agile and collaborative development environment.
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
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Minimum 5 years of professional software development experience with Node.js
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Minimum 5 years of professional software development experience with React
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Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with AWS services, including:
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AWS Lambda
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DynamoDB
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Amazon S3
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EventBridge
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Kinesis
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Minimum 2 years of experience working with AWS cloud tools and services
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Minimum 1 year of experience writing SQL and working with relational databases
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Strong understanding of complex business processes and the systems that support them
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Ability to analyze issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment
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Passion for solving complex software challenges and delivering high-quality solutions
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Ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Clearance Requirement
Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a Public Trust clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an active or recent ICE or CBP clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience developing Single Page Applications (SPA)
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Experience with Agile development methodologies
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Experience with DevOps and CI/CD tools, including:
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Git
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Jenkins
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CloudBees
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React Testing Library
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Jest
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Experience working with both relational databases and DynamoDB
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Experience supporting federal government IT programs
Why Join CMiT?
At CMiT, we are dedicated to delivering innovative technology solutions that make a meaningful impact. We foster a collaborative culture that values continuous learning, professional growth, and technical excellence. Join a team of talented professionals committed to solving complex challenges and supporting important federal missions.
Apply today and help build the next generation of cloud-based solutions with CMiT.
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