Full Stack Engineer (React + Python) | U.S. Defense AI Program at KT2i Inc

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KT2i Inc

Full Stack Engineer (React + Python) | U.S. Defense AI Program

16h ago
Location
US
Type
Hybrid · Contract
Compensation
$100k – 120k/yr
Skills
ReactTypeScriptPythonFastAPIPostgreSQLDockerKubernetesGit+7
Location: Remote (U.S.) – Occasional Onsite Meetings Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: $120,000 per year Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Preferred Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship Required About the Role We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer to design and build scalable web applications supporting advanced defense and AI initiatives. This role involves developing modern, mission-critical software platforms focused on operational planning, predictive analytics, and enterprise applications. What You'll Do • Develop modern front-end applications using React and TypeScript. • Build backend services and APIs using Python and FastAPI. • Design and optimize PostgreSQL databases. • Develop secure, scalable cloud-native applications. • Containerize applications using Docker and Kubernetes. • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams. • Integrate AI-enabled workflows and modern developer tooling. • Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and technical planning. Required Qualifications • U.S. Citizen (mandatory). • 5+ years of professional software engineering experience. • Strong experience with: • React • TypeScript • Python • FastAPI • PostgreSQL • Experience building APIs and distributed applications. • Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes. • Experience with Git and modern software development practices. • Ability to work independently in a remote environment. Preferred Qualifications • Active Secret Security Clearance. • Previous DoD, Navy, military, or government contractor experience. • Experience working in regulated or mission-critical environments. • Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. • Experience with: • Tailwind CSS • SQLAlchemy • SaaS or enterprise-scale applications Nice-to-Have Technologies • HeroUI • CopilotKit • Pydantic AI • MCP • AG-UI Why Join Us? • Competitive compensation: $120,000 annually • Fully remote U.S.-based role • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI and defense technologies • High-impact projects supporting mission-critical operations • Collaborative engineering culture • Long-term growth opportunities Preferred Backgrounds Candidates from organizations such as the following are highly valued: • Lockheed Martin • Northrop Grumman • Raytheon • General Dynamics • Booz Allen Hamilton • Leidos • SAIC • CACI Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Application Question(s): • Are you a U.S. Citizen? (Required) • Do you currently hold an Active Secret Security Clearance?(Required) • Have you worked on Department of Defense (DoD) or Military projects? (Required) • How many years of experience do you have with React and TypeScript?(Required) • How many years of experience do you have with Python and FastAPI?(Required) • Are you willing to attend occasional onsite meetings when required? • What is your current salary? (Annually in USD • What is your expected salary? (Annually in USD) • What is your notice period? (in days) Work Location: Remote