Software Developer

Company: Fantom Corporation
Location: Chantilly, VA
Type: onsite
Posted: Aug 19, 2026
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Fantom Corporation, a mission-focused software development and IT services provider for the defense and intelligence community, is hiring an Expert Software Developer in Chantilly, VA. The role involves full-stack and front-end development for enterprise mission systems, using Java, Python, JavaScript, Angular, and RESTful APIs, with desired experience in Apache Spark, Elasticsearch, AWS, and DevSecOps. Requires 10+ years of experience, a bachelor's degree in a related field, an active clearance with a recent polygraph, and full onsite work.

Fantom Corporation is a mission-focused organization supporting critical programs across the defense and intelligence community. We partner with our customers to deliver high-impact technical solutions while fostering a culture built on trust, expertise, and long-term career growth.

We are seeking an Expert Software Developer to support the design, development, and modernization of enterprise applications powering complex mission systems. This position provides the opportunity to work across full-stack and front-end development while building secure, scalable, and high-performing applications supporting mission-critical Intelligence Community operations.

The ideal candidate brings significant software development experience with expertise in Java, Python, JavaScript, Angular, RESTful APIs, or related enterprise technologies. You will collaborate with architects, systems engineers, and mission stakeholders while helping influence technical direction and solve complex engineering challenges within an Agile environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, enhance, and maintain enterprise software applications supporting mission-critical operations
  • Develop scalable backend services and RESTful APIs using Java and/or Python
  • Build responsive, modern user interfaces using JavaScript, Angular, and contemporary front-end development practices
  • Design and implement full-stack application solutions across front-end and backend technologies
  • Develop and optimize distributed data processing solutions using Apache Spark, where applicable
  • Design and maintain enterprise search and analytics capabilities using Elasticsearch
  • Collaborate with architects, systems engineers, developers, and mission stakeholders to translate requirements into effective technical solutions
  • Lead and contribute to technical design discussions and software architecture decisions
  • Conduct peer code reviews and promote software engineering best practices
  • Troubleshoot complex application and integration issues
  • Optimize applications for performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability
  • Support automated testing and software quality initiatives throughout the development lifecycle
  • Support CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices
  • Participate in Agile development activities and contribute throughout the complete software development lifecycle

    • Required Qualifications

  • Must be fully cleared with a recent polygraph
  • Must be willing and able to work fully onsite at the location listed in this posting
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Approximately 10+ years of professional software development experience
  • Expert-level experience in one or more modern software development disciplines, including:
    • Full-stack development using Java and/or Python, RESTful APIs, and enterprise application frameworks; or
    • Front-end development using JavaScript, Angular, and modern UI development frameworks
    • Experience designing and developing enterprise software applications
    • Experience working within Agile software development environments
    • Strong understanding of software architecture and application design
    • Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming principles
    • Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and mission stakeholders

    • Desired Qualification

    • Experience with Apache Spark for distributed data processing
    • Experience with Elasticsearch or OpenSearch
    • Experience developing cloud-native applications within AWS
    • Experience developing applications using Spring Boot
    • Experience designing and implementing microservices or distributed system architectures
    • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
    • Experience developing and deploying containerized applications
    • Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab, or similar automation platforms
    • #CJ
    Fantom Corp is a Software Development, Agile Cloud, Software Development, Cyber Security (Risk Management, Assessments & Authorization (A&A)), Data, AI Platform (Computer Vision Models), Podcasting Media Services, and IT Services provider. Established in 2015, Fantom Corp serves Federal customers with top-notch Cybersecurity Architects, Data Scientists/Analysts, Software Engineers/Developers, DevSecOps Engineers, Project Managers, Identity, Credential Access Management (ICAM) services , and Cloud-certified practitioners. We excel in delivering emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) with a focus on identifying trends, object detection, and classification of structured and unstructured data. Fantom Corp possesses mastery in all aspects of digital audio production. We lead in the ideation and creation of efforts for clients who want to harness the power of podcasting. We guide them in selecting the right show format for their needs and goals. As a Small Business, we possess the innovation, speed and flexibility to meet your requirements.
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