The Role
Lead migration of Java/Spring Boot backend services to Python frameworks (Django, FastAPI, Flask). Build scalable REST APIs and microservices, design PostgreSQL schemas, implement AWS CI/CD pipelines, develop test automation, and collaborate with architects, DevOps, QA, and product teams to ensure secure, high-performance deployments.
Summary Generated by Built In
Senior Full Stack Software Developer
Job ID#: 26-3103
Clearance: N/A
Location: McLean, VA
Who We Are:
Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.
What We Do:
At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.
Role Overview
Our client currently operates a Java/Spring Boot‑based environment and is now transitioning core backend services to Python. We are seeking a developer with strong Java experience who can lead and support the migration toward Python frameworks such as Django, FastAPI, and Flask.
This role is ideal for someone who has worked extensively in Java and is now proficient in Python, capable of building new services while modernizing existing ones.
What You Will Do
Salary: $130,000 - $150,000
Job ID#: 26-3103
Clearance: N/A
Location: McLean, VA
Who We Are:
Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.
What We Do:
At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.
Role Overview
Our client currently operates a Java/Spring Boot‑based environment and is now transitioning core backend services to Python. We are seeking a developer with strong Java experience who can lead and support the migration toward Python frameworks such as Django, FastAPI, and Flask.
This role is ideal for someone who has worked extensively in Java and is now proficient in Python, capable of building new services while modernizing existing ones.
What You Will Do
- Work on existing backend services built in Java + Spring Boot
- Lead the transition and development of new services using Python (Django / FastAPI / Flask)
- Build scalable REST APIs and microservices in both Java and Python during the migration phase
- Design and optimize database schemas using PostgreSQL
- Implement and maintain AWS CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments
- Develop and maintain test automation frameworks for both Java and Python codebases
- Collaborate with architects, DevOps, QA, and product teams to ensure smooth migration
- Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance across both stacks
- Ensure best practices in security, cloud-native development, and code quality
- 7–10 years of backend development experience
- Strong hands-on experience with Java + Spring Boot
- Solid experience with Python and at least one major framework:
- Django
- FastAPI/Flask
- Strong knowledge of SQL & PostgreSQL
- Experience with AWS services and CI/CD pipelines
- Hands-on experience with test automation (PyTest, JUnit, Selenium, etc.)
- Experience building REST APIs and microservices
- Ability to work in an onsite, fast-paced environment
Salary: $130,000 - $150,000
Skills Required
- 7-10 years of backend development experience
- Strong hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot
- Solid experience with Python and at least one framework (Django, FastAPI, or Flask)
- Strong knowledge of SQL and PostgreSQL
- Experience with AWS services and CI/CD pipelines
- Hands-on experience with test automation (PyTest, JUnit, Selenium, etc.)
- Experience building REST APIs and microservices
- Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced environment
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The Company
What We Do
Incorporated in 2006, Navitas Business Consulting Inc, is a Woman-Owned, Small Business (WOSB) with areas of expertise in Cloud Migration, Data & Insights, Artificial Intelligence, Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Agile PMO & Advisory and Healthcare. Specializing in Federal, Commercial, and State & Local customers. We are proud to be recognized as the “Top Places to Work” by Washington Post from 2018-2022, and 2024!
