Full Stack Developer – Elasticsearch (DC Metro Area - Remote)

ICF is a rapidly growing, entrepreneurial, multi-faceted consulting company, seeking a Full Stack Developer. This developer will help re-design and build a new website for government agency committed to improving child welfare. The ICF team performs custom software development and maintenance on a suite of web-based applications, and works closely with clients and other contractors to ensure the performance and reliability of public-facing, mission-critical applications. Based on your experiences and interests, we may ask you as a technology professional to support growth-related activities, including (but not limited to) RFI, RFP, prototypes, and oral presentations. Team members are also expected to uphold and maintain appropriate certifications necessary for their practice expertise. Job Location: This is a fully remote position; however, the role is tied to the Washington, DC Metro area due to team requirements. Occasional in-person meetings may be required. An in-person interview will be required and candidates must reside within 50 miles of the Washington, DC Metro Area to be considered. What you’ll be doing: Work in an Agile team with clients to build websites and applications Build interactive and responsive web applications Implementing cloud native architecture Build multi-agentic RAG based AI tools. Design and build for performance and accessibility Ability to work with Gitlab and knowledge of deploying CI/CD pipelines. Implement the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) pattern library Work across the modernization team to integrate related workflow and library systems What you must have: Bachelor’s Degree 5+ years of software development experience including experience with AWS based software packages 5+ years of professional front end development experience including the use of JavaScript frameworks calling REST API endpoints 2+ years of experience with website migration 2+ years of experience with HTML, CSS, and Web Standards, JavaScript libraries and linters, browser developer tools and git, building responsive web interfaces (RWD), WCAG guidelines, Web Accessibility, and 508 compliance development practices US Citizenship required due to federal contract requirements Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust MUST RESIDE IN THE United States (U.S.) and the work MUST BE PERFORMED in the United States (U.S.), as this work is for a federal contract and laws do apply ​ Knowledgeable of AWS cloud services – AWS Certifications are a plus What we'd like you to have: Experience implementing pattern libraries, with a strong preference for the USWDS. Familiarity with Content Management systems is a plus Knowledge with library management systems is a plus Experience with LLM application development including emerging architectures such as multi-agent, tool calling, and RAG. Skilled in working within cloud development environments and Kubernetes Proficiency programming languages, like Python or Node.js, with experience in building APIs and scalable server-side applications. Strong knowledge of front-end scripting languages, such as JavaScript, and modern frameworks like React Strong communication skills, with the ability to discuss projects and processes clearly and professionally Capable of working independently, with versatility being highly valued #Indeed Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please email [email protected] and we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct. Candidate AI Usage Policy At ICF , we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected] . Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $98,124.00 - $166,810.00Virginia Remote Office (VA99) Originally posted on Himalayas