Junior Full Stack Developer

ASSYST is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Full Stack Developer to join our growing development team in Sterling, VA (Onsite). 

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career software developer to work on modern web applications while gaining hands-on experience across both front-end and back-end technologies. The ideal candidate must be eager to learn, passionate about coding, and enjoys collaborating in an Agile environment.

This is an onsite role and the mode of interview shall be in-person at Sterling, VA. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and maintain web applications using front-end and back-end technologies.
• Build responsive and user-friendly interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks such as React or Angular.
• Develop server-side applications and RESTful APIs using technologies such as Node.js, .NET, Java, or Python.
• Work with relational and NoSQL databases to design, query, and maintain application data.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects.
• Participate in code reviews and follow coding standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with senior developers, QA engineers, product owners, and business stakeholders.
• Write and maintain technical documentation.
• Support application deployments and ongoing maintenance activities.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and continuously improve technical skills.

Required Qualifications:

• 0–2 years of software development experience (internships and academic projects included).
• Must be eligible for Clearance.

Basic knowledge of:

• HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+)
• At least one front-end framework (React, Angular, or Vue.js)
• At least one back-end technology (.NET, Node.js, Java Spring Boot, or Python)
• Basic knowledge or experience with REST APIs
• Knowledge or hands-on experience with SQL databases (SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL)
• Experience with Git version control
• Understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

ASSYST Benefits:

We are proud to offer a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and more in order for our employees to maintain a secure work/life balance.

ASSYST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law