MANTECH is a company at the forefront of national security, providing advanced solutions to government intelligence agencies. They are seeking a motivated Junior Developer to join their team, focusing on writing efficient code and collaborating on web applications and backend services.
Writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code using Python for backend services, web application logic, and developing/maintaining RESTful APIs
Collaborating with senior developers to design, implement, and optimize software using Git version control practices, while participating in daily standups
Implementing unit tests using frameworks like pytest and conducting code reviews to ensure application quality, performance, and smooth troubleshooting
Supporting front-end development by building responsive web interfaces and components using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React.js, and TypeScript
Writing and optimizing SQL queries and designing schemas for relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQLite to support backend functionality
Containerizing applications using Docker and managing application images consistently across development, testing, and production environments
Utilizing Ansible for automating deployment, configuration management, and performing basic Linux system administration and server troubleshooting tasks
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an IT related field and 1+ years of relevant experience in software development, including internships, academic projects, or professional environments
Proficiency in Python development for writing scripts, backend applications, and developing or consuming RESTful APIs
Experience with Git version control systems for source control management and collaborative team workflows
Knowledge of SQL and experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQLite
Understanding of core web technologies including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript to build functional web pages and components
Strong problem-solving, communication, and time management skills to effectively prioritize tasks and collaborate within an agile team
An active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required to start
Preferred
Experience building components and managing state with React.js, and familiarity with TypeScript
Experience containerizing applications with Docker and managing multi-container setups using Docker Compose
Exposure to automated configuration management using Ansible and basic Linux system administration or deployment troubleshooting
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, GitLab CI, and writing unit tests with frameworks like pytest or Jest
Basic understanding of cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and modern web frameworks like Vue.js, Angular, or Node.js
Benefits
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Short-term and long-term Disability
Retirement and Savings
Learning and Development opportunities
Wellness programs
Other optional benefit elections
MANTECH is a technology company that offers cyber, IT, and data analytics technologies and solutions for security programs.
