Full-Time

Web Application Developer – Lead

Updated on 4/23/2025

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

1,001-5,000 employees

Compensation Overview

$108.1k - $180.6k/yr

Senior, Expert

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

Arlington, VA, USA

$5,000 sign-on bonus included with the position.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Web Development
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
JavaScript
React.js
Git
Node.js
SQL
SCRUM
REST APIs
HTML/CSS
Requirements
  • Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent years of relevant experience)
  • 8-10 years of relevant experience
  • DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE or equivalent)
  • Proficiency in React.js, Node.js, JavaScript/HTML/CSS, and SQL
  • Experience developing and integrating RESTful APIs
  • Experience with Git or other version control systems
  • Ability to analyze, refactor, and improve legacy applications
Responsibilities
  • Modernize and maintain web apps for scalability and performance
  • Write modular code in React.js, Node.js, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
  • Refactor legacy code to reduce debt and improve readability
  • Build dashboards, workflows, and visualizations for data-driven apps
  • Optimize SQL queries and ensure database performance and security
  • Define and deliver scalable solutions with stakeholders
  • Work in Agile (Scrum, XP, Kanban) environments
  • Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers
  • Provide actionable reports and analytics for informed decisions
  • Maintain, modernize, and refactor web applications for improved scalability, performance, and maintainability.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chantilly, Virginia

Founded

1975

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What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for AI-driven data analytics enhances defense contracting opportunities.
  • Increased focus on cybersecurity solutions aligns with government priorities for digital security.
  • Expansion of remote work technologies supports hybrid work models in government sectors.

What critics are saying

  • Leadership changes may lead to strategic misalignments or operational disruptions.
  • Pressure on innovation may strain resources or lead to potential failures.
  • Reliance on government contracts poses risks due to potential policy changes.

What makes AMERICAN SYSTEMS unique

  • AMERICAN SYSTEMS specializes in cutting-edge engineering and IT solutions for government sectors.
  • The company has a long-standing partnership with the U.S. Navy for complex problem-solving.
  • AMERICAN SYSTEMS recently secured a $1.01 billion contract with the Defense Information Systems Agency.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Development Budget

Tuition Reimbursement

Company News

WashingtonExec
Sep 17th, 2024
David Dacquino Joins AMERICAN SYSTEMS' Board of Directors

David Dacquino joins AMERICAN SYSTEMS' Board of directors.

WashingtonExec
May 5th, 2024
AMERICAN SYSTEMS Taps Eric Wolf as VP of Innovation

AMERICAN SYSTEMS appointed Eric Wolf to the newly-created position of vice president of innovation.

GovCon Wire
Jan 9th, 2024
Babak Nouri Assumes Corporate Development VP Role at American Systems; John Steckel Quoted

American Systems has chosen its Account Management Director Babak Nouri to replace John Steckel as vice president of corporate development.

Potomac Officers Club
Jan 9th, 2024
American Systems Promotes Babak Nouri to Corporate Development VP

American Systems, a Chantilly, Virginia-based government services contractor, has promoted Babak Nouri to vice president of corporate development from his former position as account management director.

Potomac Officers Club
Aug 8th, 2023
John Steckel to lead American Systems as CEO

Chantilly, Virginia-based American Systems has promoted John Steckel, vice president of corporate development, to serve as president and CEO beginning on Sept. 6.