Full-Time

Web Developer

Junior, Active Secret Clearance or Able to Obtain

Posted on 6/23/2026

Deadline 6/23/27
Akima

Akima

1,001-5,000 employees

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Orlando, FL, USA

In Person

US Citizenship Required

Category
Software Engineering (1)
Required Skills
JavaScript
React.js
Git
SQL
TypeScript
REST APIs
Linux/Unix
HTML/CSS
Requirements
  • Must be a US Citizen with a Secret clearance (or ability to obtain one prior to start)
  • B.S. degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering specializing in Web Design and Development
  • Experience in web development, with programming languages such as: React, JavaScript, Typescript, SQL, and CSS
  • Experience designing, developing, or integrating RESTful APIs and backend services
  • Working knowledge of SQL databases, including queries, schema design, and data integration
  • Familiarity with Git-based version control, including branching, merging, and code collaboration
  • Experience writing, updating, and maintaining efficient, testable, and well-documented code
  • Basic familiarity with Linux environments, command-line operations, or Bash scripting
  • Proven experience in writing, updating, and maintaining efficient, testable, and well-documented code
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
Responsibilities
  • Develops, implements, and maintains websites, web applications, and application databases
  • Ensures all code is properly structured, adheres to industry standards, and is compatible with various browsers and devices
  • Optimizes website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes
  • Integrates websites with other computer applications and develop website infrastructure
  • Designs user-friendly interfaces, navigation menus, and digital layouts that ensure compatibility and usability across different browsers and devices
  • Utilizes web frameworks and client-side coding to enhance user experience
Desired Qualifications
  • Active Secret clearance
  • Experience with Python libraries or frameworks such as pandas, NumPy, Flask, FastAPI, Django, Plotly, Dash, or SQLAlchemy
  • Experience with React-based application development, including state management, reusable components, and responsive design
  • Familiarity with Docker, Docker Compose, or similar containerization tools
  • Experience with GitLab, GitLab CI/CD pipelines, or similar DevOps workflows
  • Familiarity with cloud technologies such as AWS EC2, S3, or equivalent services
  • Experience managing or supporting web servers such as Nginx, Apache, or cloud-hosted application environments
  • Understanding of web application performance concepts such as lazy loading, optimized rendering, asset management, and computational efficiency
  • Experience working in an Agile development environment, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily stand-ups, and estimation using tools such as Jira

Akima provides services to the U.S. federal government across facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, mission support, FF&E, and construction. It delivers contracted, integrated services to help government missions succeed. As a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, Akima aims to create long-term value for its parent while achieving superior outcomes for customers, guided by Iñupiat values. Its differentiators include Alaska Native ownership, a broad multi-domain service footprint, and a focus on federal missions; its goal is to support customer missions and sustain value for NANA and the Iñupiat community.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Founded

1995

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What believers are saying

  • Acquired Pinnacle Solutions, enhancing defense training and sustainment capabilities.
  • Appointed Lauren Cates as VP for Emerging Markets Group to expand mission-critical tech.
  • Appointed Marcus Lopez as COO with 30 years experience to drive operational excellence.

What critics are saying

  • 8(a) subsidiaries graduate, losing sole-source edges to General Dynamics and CACI.
  • FY2026 NDAA shifts DoD cloud contracts to AWS and Azure, crushing Akima's IT revenue.
  • NANA shareholder lawsuits over fund mismanagement halt $500M+ pipelines via audits.

What makes Akima unique

  • Akima delivers agile solutions in facilities, IT, logistics, and construction as NANA subsidiary.
  • Ranked #31 on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.
  • Provides mission support to Sandia National Laboratories in high-security environments.

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Company News

PR Newswire
Feb 19th, 2026
Akima appoints Lauren Cates as VP of business development for Emerging Markets Group

Akima, a federal government solutions provider, has appointed Lauren Cates as vice president of business development for its Emerging Markets Group. Cates will lead growth strategy and expand the company's presence in delivering mission-critical technologies to government and military customers. Cates brings over 15 years of federal contracting experience. She previously led Indigo IT's growth team, securing major contracts in cybersecurity, cloud and enterprise IT services, and spent more than a decade with Bowhead Family of Companies managing billion-dollar pipelines. Akima, a subsidiary of Alaska Native Corporation NANA, employs over 11,000 people and delivers solutions across IT, logistics, aerospace and construction. The company ranked #31 on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

PR Newswire
Feb 12th, 2026
Akima appoints Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer to drive operational excellence

Akima, a federal government contractor, has appointed Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer. Lopez will report to president and CEO Bill Monet and oversee operational excellence and customer delivery. Lopez brings over 30 years of experience in government and commercial sectors. Most recently, he served as president and chief growth officer at Belcan, a Cognizant company, where he led the integration of a $20 billion enterprise. Previously, he headed ManTech's Advanced Research Technology Business Unit. A former US Navy officer and pilot, Lopez commanded an elite strike/fighter squadron. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, employing 11,000 people and delivering solutions in IT, aerospace, construction and other areas. The company ranked 31st on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

WashingtonExec
Apr 12th, 2023
Akima Buys Pinnacle Solutions | WashingtonExec

Akima has entered into a definitive agreement to buy Pinnacle Solutions, Inc., a provider of training and sustainment products and services to defense