Description:

Bixal is seeking a Full Stack Engineer to develop and maintain front-end components and back-end services for the VA.gov platform and VA Health & Benefits mobile app.
This role is ideal for individuals passionate about creating accessible, scalable, and secure government digital services.
The position is full-time and contingent on contract award by the client, with a performance period of up to one year.
Responsibilities include developing full-stack applications, building React-based front-end components, implementing RESTful APIs, ensuring compliance with performance, security, and accessibility standards, and collaborating with designers and engineers in an agile environment.
The engineer will also participate in code reviews and technical discussions, and perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Candidates must have experience in full-stack software development and strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and Node.js.
Experience with server-side frameworks like Express.js or NestJS, and understanding of database management (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB) is necessary.
Familiarity with API development (REST, GraphQL) and authentication methods (OAuth, JWT, SAML) is required.
Knowledge of cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP), CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is essential.
A commitment to writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code is expected.
Experience with federal web accessibility standards and a user-centered mindset are important.
Candidates must demonstrate problem-solving skills, collaboration and communication abilities, adaptability, and attention to detail.
The ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance is required.

The position offers a salary range of $120,000 - $130,000 a year.
Employees enjoy flexible hours and a 401K with matching incentives.
Parental leave and medical/dental/vision benefits are provided.
A Flex Spending Account, company-provided short-term disability and life insurance, and commuter benefits are included.
Generous paid time off (PTO) and 11 paid holidays are offered.
Professional development opportunities are available to support career growth.