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About Us:
Bixal is a consulting company based in Fairfax, VA, working alongside governments and organizations to help them deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. Using evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal empowers clients to deliver on their missions more effectively by fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
Location
This role can work remotely from anywhere in the USA. You must be legally authorized to work in the US. Bixal does not provide visa sponsorship.
What will you do?
We are looking for a Full Stack Engineer to develop and maintain front-end components and back-end services that power the VA.gov platform and VA Health & Benefits mobile app. This role is perfect for someone passionate about accessible, scalable, and secure government digital services.
Important Note:
This is a full-time position contingent on contract award by our client, with a defined performance period of up to one year. This role offers you a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a project that aligns with Bixal’s mission of delivering innovative, human-centered solutions. While the role has a fixed duration, we are committed to transparency and collaboration, keeping you informed about contract updates and new opportunities.
Responsiblities
- Develop and maintain full-stack applications that support the VA Design System and Forms Library, ensuring a seamless user experience for Veterans and their families.
- Build and optimize React-based front-end components that align with the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) and VA Design System (VADS) standards.
- Implement RESTful APIs and microservices to support scalable and reusable back-end functionality.
- Ensure performance, security, and accessibility compliance (Section 508, WCAG 2.2 AA, Mobile Content Accessibility Guidelines - MCAG) across web and mobile platforms.
- Work with React, React Native, Node.js, TypeScript, Express.js, and PostgreSQL (or similar technologies) to develop scalable solutions.
- Maintain and optimize infrastructure on AWS or other cloud environments, ensuring reliability and security.
- Collaborate with designers, UX researchers, and other engineers in an agile development environment to continuously improve the VA’s digital platforms.
- Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and knowledge sharing to support a culture of engineering excellence.
- Other relevant duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, plus at least three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Experience in full-stack software development.
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and Node.js.
- Experience with server-side frameworks like Express.js, NestJS, or similar.
- Understanding of database management (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB) and writing efficient queries.
- Familiarity with API development (REST, GraphQL) and authentication (OAuth, JWT, SAML).
- Knowledge of cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP), CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Commitment to writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
- Experience working with federal web accessibility standards (Section 508, WCAG 2.2 AA, ARIA roles, screen readers like JAWS & NVDA, etc.).
- User-Centered Mindset – Passion for building accessible and user-friendly solutions for Veterans, service members, and their families.
- Problem-Solving – Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and optimize system performance.
- Collaboration & Communication – Strong ability to work in an agile, remote team environment and explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Adaptability & Growth – Eagerness to learn new technologies, contribute to open-source projects, and iterate on solutions based on feedback.
- Attention to Detail – Commitment to maintaining high standards for security, scalability, and performance.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Nice to haves
- Experience with React Native for mobile app development.
- Familiarity with Figma and collaborating with design teams.
- Experience working in federal contracting, civic tech, or government digital services.
- Background in DevOps, infrastructure automation, and monitoring tools (Terraform, Datadog, Prometheus).
Perks & Benefits:
Flex hours
401K with matching incentive
Parental Leave
Medical/dental/vision benefits
Flex Spending Account
Company provided short-term disability and life insurance
Commuter benefits
Generous PTO
11 Paid holidays
Professional development opportunities
Please note that candidates selected may undergo a background investigation and, if applicable, meet eligibility requirements for suitability.
Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
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