Full Stack Developer (Backend Focus)

Salary : $80,000 - 98,000 per year

Requirements :

• I hold a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM or related technical field.
• I have 3-5+ years of professional software development experience.
• I possess advanced proficiency in Java and Object-Oriented Design / Programming.
• I am skilled in RESTful web services development.
• I have experience with at least one messaging / streaming platform, such as Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, GraphQL, NATS, SSEs, or WebSockets.
• I am familiar with multiple database types including SQL, NoSQL, GeoSpatial, and Key / Object pair.
• I have experience in back-end application architecture and design.
• I possess strong communication skills and I am capable of collaborating in team settings.
• I am a U.S. Citizen and I have the ability to obtain a final Secret clearance.

Responsibilities :

I will support the sustainment and modernization of the Global Command and Control System – Joint (GCCS-J), the DoD’s C2 system of record.

I will design, implement, and optimize secure, scalable, and high-performance back-end applications to support situational awareness, infrastructure, and intelligence product areas.

I will write and maintain RESTful web services and integrate these with streaming / messaging platforms such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, and others.

I will architect and manage a variety of database solutions (SQL, NoSQL, GeoSpatial, Key / Object pair) to support dynamic, data-driven applications.

I will collaborate with teams spread across different geographic locations to ensure the delivery of resilient solutions on time and within budget.

I will conduct independent technical investigations, provide expert advice, and assist the Government in integrating GCCS-J functionality into new baselines.

I will follow Agile development processes throughout the full lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, and sustainment.

I will ensure compliance with DoD security standards, coding best practices, and performance requirements.

Technologies :

ActiveMQ

Architect

Atlassian

BitBucket

Confluence

Docker

Eclipse

Gradle

GraphQL

Helm

Support

JIRA

JUnit

Java

JavaScript

Jenkins

Jest

Kafka

Kubernetes

Linux

Maven

NATS

NoSQL

RabbitMQ

SQL

Security

Selenium

Spring

Spring Boot

Web

Windows

microservices

NodeJS

Backbone

Fullstack

Backend

More :

It is preferred that I have experience with Spring Boot microservices development, familiarity with build tools (Maven, Gradle, Jenkins), and hands-on experience with IDEs like VSCode, Eclipse, or NetBeans.

I should have knowledge of JavaScript, Node.js, and modern development practices, and experience with automated testing tools such as JUnit, Jest, Robot, and Selenium.

Exposure to Linux / Windows system administration, Docker, OCI containers, and orchestration tools like Kubernetes and Helm would be beneficial.

Familiarity with C2 Systems, DoD STIGs, secure coding standards, SonarQube, and Fortify is a plus, as well as knowledge of networking, debugging, and performance testing techniques.

My experience with databases, design, and structures will be important, as will my understanding of Agile methodologies and my ability to collaborate using the Atlassian Suite (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket).

I should be able to apply mathematics and statistics to software algorithms and possess a background in military intelligence, imagery, or strategic planning.

An active Top-Secret clearance is strongly preferred.

If you feel this aligns with your skills and experience, we encourage you to apply today and contribute to the modernization of Joint Command and Control for U.S. and allied warfighters.

Who is Caribou Thunder?

We are a premier Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) defense contractor that supports mission-critical programs across the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. With a presence in over a dozen states and OCONUS, we specialize in mission operations support, software engineering, systems integration, and cybersecurity.

Why Caribou Thunder?

I will have the opportunity to make a tactical impact by delivering resilient back-end systems that underpin the DoD’s command and control platforms.

I will collaborate alongside elite teams of developers, engineers, and mission experts to modernize GCCS-J for future conflicts.

Contributing to the sustainment and innovation of systems crucial for joint and multinational operations will be part of my mission.

My work will be purpose-driven, as my code will directly support U.S. and allied defense operations across multiple domains.

last updated 49 week of 2025