SMX is seeking a Full Stack Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications and cloud-native solutions. Under general supervision, you will perform code development tasks, develop APIs, and utilize open-source platforms and tools within an Agile methodology. The ideal candidate is passionate about staying current with new technologies and has experience working in a team environment to deliver high-quality software solutions.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Perform code development tasks using Java and the Angular framework, following established code quality standards.
- Develop applications within a containerized environment using Docker.
- Build and maintain backend services, APIs, and integrations with tools such as Kafka, Cognito, and Temporal.
- Work with teams implementing applications in a Java stack, potentially with an Oracle database.
- Utilize DevSecOps pipelines for continuous integration and delivery.
- Collaborate with engineers, product owners, and stakeholders to deliver scalable and secure solutions.
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or another related field.
- 3 years of professional experience in full-stack software development.
- Active Top Secret security clearance.
- Experience in Java development and the Angular framework.
- Proficiency with application containerization using Docker.
- Familiarity with tools such as Kafka, Cognito, Temporal, and USGIS libraries.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and multi-task in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- AWS certification and Security+ Certification
Desired Skills & Experience
- Experience with Amazon Bedrock or other enterprise generative AI platforms
- Experience implementing RAG architectures, AI agents, or orchestration frameworks
- Familiarity with vector databases, embeddings, and AI evaluation techniques
- Experience optimizing AI model usage for performance and cost efficiency
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies
- Experience supporting federal or DoD environments
The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, or a related field
- 3 years of professional full-stack software development experience
- Active Top Secret security clearance
- Java development experience
- Angular framework experience
- Docker and application containerization proficiency
- Familiarity with Kafka, Cognito, Temporal, and USGIS libraries
- AWS certification
- Security+ certification
- Ability to work effectively in a team and multitask
- Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Experience with Amazon Bedrock or enterprise generative AI platforms
- Experience implementing RAG architectures, AI agents, or orchestration frameworks
- Familiarity with vector databases, embeddings, and AI evaluation techniques
- Experience optimizing AI model usage for performance and cost efficiency
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies
- Experience supporting federal or DoD environments
SMX Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SMX and has not been reviewed or approved by SMX.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Salary ranges are publicly listed on many postings and a pay transparency statement clarifies how location, contract, and credentials influence offers. This visibility helps set clear expectations around compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — About four weeks of PTO plus 11 paid federal holidays are highlighted in careers materials. Paid military leave on some roles further expands time‑off coverage.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a dollar‑for‑dollar match on the first 5% and immediate vesting is called out in role descriptions. Traditional and Roth options support long‑term savings.
SMX Insights
What We Do
SMX is a global technology and advanced engineering provider specializing in Cloud Solutions, C5ISR, and Advanced Engineering / IT. Our tradition of delivering innovative, technical solutions dates back to 1995, however, you may know us better by one of our legacy company names: Trident Technologies, Smartronix, Datastrong, or C2S Consulting Group. With the support of OceanSound Partners, our private equity investment sponsor, we began operating as one business starting in 2019 and became SMX in 2021. We operate in close proximity to our clients around the globe and have core locations in Alabama, California, the DC Metro, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Massachusetts. Today, as SMX, we are one team and together empower government and commercial enterprises to become more effective, innovative, and resilient, no matter what challenges they face. SMX offers competitive benefits, excellent work environments, and growth opportunities for our employees while continuing to expand operations and support our communities. We have more than 25 years of rapid and consistent growth with continuous recognition as an employer-of-choice technology company. In addition, we have earned coveted industry quality and business certifications; have a strong commitment to business partnerships, ethics, compliance, and sustainability; and have a multitude of premier contracting vehicles. The combination of these attributes allows us to provide sound, repeatable business solutions yet remain flexible and agile to quickly adapt to specific customer requirements. Committed to ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction, SMX is structured around the programs and technologies we support to provide optimal and seamless operations. We have maintained a reputation for excellence, helping to assure the missions of our Department of Defense, Public Sector, Fortune 1000, and other Government and commercial customers.
