Junior Full Stack Web Developer

Job Title: Junior Full Stack Web Developer

Company: Altus Engineering

Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

Salary: $70,000-100,000 per year

Position Overview

Altus Engineering is seeking a Junior Full Stack Web Developer to support our Department of Defense (DoD) projects on highly visible projects utilizing leading edge technologies.

About Us

Founded in 2003, Altus Engineering is a Maryland-based small business dedicated to delivering high-quality engineering solutions for the Department of Defense and industry clients. Our services include software development, system modeling and simulation, scientific research, and engineering analysis. We are committed to fostering growth and collaboration within our team to achieve exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining web applications for internal and external use.
• Support ongoing development of existing sites using PHP, JavaScript, SQL, and other technologies.
• Perform testing, troubleshooting, and debugging of web applications.
• Collaborate with senior developers, project managers, and customers to gather requirements and ensure timely delivery of projects.
• Learn and contribute to the design and implementation of new web-based systems based on customer needs.
  
  

Required

Qualifications/Desired Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain & maintain a SECRET Security Clearance.
• Foundational knowledge of web development concepts and programming.
• Proficiency with:
• PHP 7 OOP
• JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• MySQL or other relational databases.
• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain & maintain a SECRET Security Clearance.
  
  

In addition, we also desire a candidate who has experience with the following:

• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Exposure to Linux/Apache environments.
• Experience with or interest in learning PHP MVC frameworks (e.g., CakePHP).
• Understanding of APIs and web service integration.
• Basic knowledge of Unix/Linux command-line tools.
  
  

Additional Details

While this is a primarily remote position, candidates must be available for in-person meetings at Aberdeen Proving Ground on a monthly basis.

What We Offer

• 401(k) with matching
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for growth and learning in a collaborative, supportive environment
  
  

If you are passionate about web development, eager to learn, and excited to contribute to meaningful projects with a team of skilled developers, Altus Engineering is the place for you!