Senior Full Stack Developer (Remote)

About this role

Overview:

GovCIO is currently seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer dedicated to delivering impactful features on VA.gov. This pivotal role will coordinate and perform the identification, recommendation and development of capabilities supporting efforts across different departments to ensure timely and efficient feature releases and support. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Ruby on Rails and React, as well as experience leveraging OpenAI API integrations and associated backend technologies such as Swagger docs, Git, and Sidekiq (with exhaustion monitoring). Familiarity with DevOps tools and AWS is a plus. This position is fully remote and available to candidates within the Continental United States (CONUS).

Responsibilities:

Conducts development and analysis/research on backend components using Ruby on Rails, JSON controllers, and Sidekiq, focusing on robust server-side logic, secure database integrations with RESTful or SOAP APIs and other backend services, and adherence to data privacy standards. Participates in system planning and the development deployment process by providing expert recommendations, ensuring adherence to software compliance, data privacy regulations, and testing standards. Responsible for overseeing the backend development processes, creating system guidelines, and conducting system analysis to address questions regarding program intentions, output specifications, data input requirements, programming strategies, control systems, and compliance with NIST 800-53 rev5 guidelines and VA Handbooks and Directives to mitigate the use of Social Security Numbers as needed.

• Support peers in the achievement of successful technical project execution and orchestration, ensuring high-quality deliverables and timely completion.
• Provide mentorship and insights, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence within the team.
• Establish and promote best practices and compliance standards to maintain high standards of exce...