Job description

About the Role 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. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field • Minimum 5 years of professional software development experience with Node.js • Minimum 5 years of professional software development experience with React • Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with AWS services, including: • AWS Lambda • DynamoDB • Amazon S3 • EventBridge • Kinesis • Minimum 2 years of experience working with AWS cloud tools and services • Minimum 1 year of experience writing SQL and working with relational databases • Strong understanding of complex business processes and the systems that support them • Ability to analyze issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment • Passion for solving complex software challenges and delivering high-quality solutions • 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 • Experience developing Single Page Applications (SPA) • Experience with Agile development methodologies • Experience with DevOps and CI/CD tools, including: • Git • Jenkins • CloudBees • React Testing Library • Jest • Experience working with both relational databases and DynamoDB • 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.

Requirements

Must-haves

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of professional software development experience with Node.js
Minimum 5 years of professional software development experience with React
Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with AWS services, including:
Minimum 2 years of experience working with AWS cloud tools and services
Minimum 1 year of experience writing SQL and working with relational databases
Strong understanding of complex business processes and the systems that support them
Ability to analyze issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment
Passion for solving complex software challenges and delivering high-quality solutions
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.

Nice-to-haves

Experience developing Single Page Applications (SPA)
Experience with Agile development methodologies
Experience with DevOps and CI/CD tools, including:
React Testing Library
Experience working with both relational databases and DynamoDB
Experience supporting federal government IT programs
Why Join CMiT?
Apply today and help build the next generation of cloud-based solutions with CMiT.

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