Skyward Federal
Full Stack Engineer
Skyward Federal, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Your Impact:
As a Full Stack Software Engineer at Skyward Federal, you transform mission-critical applications into scalable "as-a-service" platforms. Drive innovation by building new features, maintaining secure live systems, and delivering solutions across backend development, client-side applications, and deployment support-all to advance national security and mission success. Where You'll Take Charge: Backend Development:
Build, optimize, and scale backend systems to ensure strong performance and responsiveness. API & Front-End Integration:
Develop and maintain APIs, and collaborate on front-end solutions using Angular, React, JavaScript, and TypeScript. Containerized Deployments:
Implement and manage containerized environments with Docker and, where applicable, Kubernetes. Event-Streaming Architectures:
Design and support asynchronous, multi-threaded systems. Cloud & Database Solutions:
Leverage AWS/cloud services and manage relational database CI/CD Systems:
Streamline build and deployment using Jenkins, GitLab Runners, and other CI/CD tools. System Support & Maintenance:
Troubleshoot, monitor performance, and address bugs. Collaboration & Ownership:
Take ownership, collaborate across distributed teams, and contribute to cross-codebase solutions. Your Edge: Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance Strong proficiency in Python and backend development Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Expertise in asynchronous or multithreaded parallel architectures Familiarity with event-streaming tools (Kafka, NiFi, RabbitMQ, SQS, etc.) Proficiency in CI/CD pipeline creation and management Solid understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) Ability to optimize and maintain performance and responsiveness across systems Knowledge of front-end frameworks (React, Angular, JavaScript) Strong API development experience Knowledge of version control systems (Git) and automated testing frameworks (pytest, Selenium) Comfortable with code spelunking, identifying and addressing bugs or bottlenecks, and writing in multiple code bases Experience with code reviews and distributed team environments Familiarity with AWS or equivalent cloud services Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability Excellent communication and collaboration skills Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills Experience with air-gapped systems and secure environments Experience owning development of full projects or project segments Startup experience and solutions-oriented, action-driven mindset U.S. citizenship is required to meet eligibility for a security clearance Growth Potential: Full Cycle Engineer > Senior Full Cycle Engineer > Principal Engineer OR Engineering Manager > Staff Engineer OR Director of Engineering Compensation and Benefits: Targeted Compensation:
$140-165K base salary 10% 401k match, 100% immediately vested 100% employer-paid health, dental & vision coverage 100% employer-paid short and long term disability benefits 100% employer-paid life insurance policy 20 days of flexible paid time off 11 federal holidays and 2+ Skyward holidays Unlimited sick & bereavement leave events Company issued laptop, mobile phone and expense card $5,000 per year tax-exempt educational reimbursement $250 office set-up stipend $50 monthly internet stipend $50 monthly coffee budget Additional discretionary benefits throughout the year About Skyward Federal
Skyward Federal solves ultra-sensitive multi-domain challenges that others can't, primarily supporting national defense. Our mission is to enable those who protect us. We challenge the status quo and ensure our solutions have a meaningful and lasting impact to our clients' missions. We have a flexible, collaborative start-up environment, fostering innovation and teamwork. We prioritize the development of our people, knowing that our success is driven by their talent and dedication. Skyward Core Values: Impact Mission
- Move fast. Execute with precision. Deliver results. Take Initiative
- Don't hesitate. Dive in. Get shit done. Empower People
- Take point. Make a difference. Feed the team. Pursue Excellence
- Stay curious. Keep improving. Push boundaries.
Department Product Engineering Locations Colorado Springs, CO Remote status Hybrid
As a Full Stack Software Engineer at Skyward Federal, you transform mission-critical applications into scalable "as-a-service" platforms. Drive innovation by building new features, maintaining secure live systems, and delivering solutions across backend development, client-side applications, and deployment support-all to advance national security and mission success. Where You'll Take Charge: Backend Development:
Build, optimize, and scale backend systems to ensure strong performance and responsiveness. API & Front-End Integration:
Develop and maintain APIs, and collaborate on front-end solutions using Angular, React, JavaScript, and TypeScript. Containerized Deployments:
Implement and manage containerized environments with Docker and, where applicable, Kubernetes. Event-Streaming Architectures:
Design and support asynchronous, multi-threaded systems. Cloud & Database Solutions:
Leverage AWS/cloud services and manage relational database CI/CD Systems:
Streamline build and deployment using Jenkins, GitLab Runners, and other CI/CD tools. System Support & Maintenance:
Troubleshoot, monitor performance, and address bugs. Collaboration & Ownership:
Take ownership, collaborate across distributed teams, and contribute to cross-codebase solutions. Your Edge: Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance Strong proficiency in Python and backend development Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Expertise in asynchronous or multithreaded parallel architectures Familiarity with event-streaming tools (Kafka, NiFi, RabbitMQ, SQS, etc.) Proficiency in CI/CD pipeline creation and management Solid understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) Ability to optimize and maintain performance and responsiveness across systems Knowledge of front-end frameworks (React, Angular, JavaScript) Strong API development experience Knowledge of version control systems (Git) and automated testing frameworks (pytest, Selenium) Comfortable with code spelunking, identifying and addressing bugs or bottlenecks, and writing in multiple code bases Experience with code reviews and distributed team environments Familiarity with AWS or equivalent cloud services Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability Excellent communication and collaboration skills Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills Experience with air-gapped systems and secure environments Experience owning development of full projects or project segments Startup experience and solutions-oriented, action-driven mindset U.S. citizenship is required to meet eligibility for a security clearance Growth Potential: Full Cycle Engineer > Senior Full Cycle Engineer > Principal Engineer OR Engineering Manager > Staff Engineer OR Director of Engineering Compensation and Benefits: Targeted Compensation:
$140-165K base salary 10% 401k match, 100% immediately vested 100% employer-paid health, dental & vision coverage 100% employer-paid short and long term disability benefits 100% employer-paid life insurance policy 20 days of flexible paid time off 11 federal holidays and 2+ Skyward holidays Unlimited sick & bereavement leave events Company issued laptop, mobile phone and expense card $5,000 per year tax-exempt educational reimbursement $250 office set-up stipend $50 monthly internet stipend $50 monthly coffee budget Additional discretionary benefits throughout the year About Skyward Federal
Skyward Federal solves ultra-sensitive multi-domain challenges that others can't, primarily supporting national defense. Our mission is to enable those who protect us. We challenge the status quo and ensure our solutions have a meaningful and lasting impact to our clients' missions. We have a flexible, collaborative start-up environment, fostering innovation and teamwork. We prioritize the development of our people, knowing that our success is driven by their talent and dedication. Skyward Core Values: Impact Mission
- Move fast. Execute with precision. Deliver results. Take Initiative
- Don't hesitate. Dive in. Get shit done. Empower People
- Take point. Make a difference. Feed the team. Pursue Excellence
- Stay curious. Keep improving. Push boundaries.
Department Product Engineering Locations Colorado Springs, CO Remote status Hybrid