Job Description

ECS is seeking a

Full Stack AI Developer to work in our

Arlington, VA office.

Please Note:

This position is contingent upon additional funding.

ECS is seeking a highly skilled

Full Stack AI Developer

to support the development, integration, and deployment of cloud-native applications and AI services within

Microsoft Azure

. This position requires deep expertise in

Python development

, foundational front-end capabilities, and hands-on experience with

CI/CD pipelines

using GitHub and GitHub Actions. The ideal candidate will have experience designing scalable backend systems, integrating Azure-native services, and deploying AI-driven applications that meet security, scalability, and compliance requirements. While the primary focus is on backend and cloud development, this role also supports lightweight

UI/UX development

to enhance application usability and interactivity.

Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and deploy secure, cloud-native Python applications on Microsoft Azure. Build, configure, and maintain Azure components (e.g., App Services, Functions, Storage, Key Vault, and Event Hub). Develop and maintain lightweight front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or frameworks such as React or Vue. Implement, manage, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for automated testing, builds, and deployments. Work closely with DevOps and infrastructure teams to maintain scalable, compliant, and secure deployment environments. Integrate Python-based applications with Azure AI/ML services such as Cognitive Services, Azure Machine Learning, or external APIs. Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code that follows DevSecOps principles and Azure security best practices, including RBAC, managed identities, and secrets management. Participate in peer code reviews, design sessions, and architectural discussions to ensure maintainability and performance. Diagnose and resolve production issues, optimize performance, and maintain high availability and reliability of deployed solutions.
Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience, or 9+ years of professional experience in lieu of a degree.*
Proven expertise developing Python applications on the Microsoft Azure platform. Hands-on experience building CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, GitHub Repos, and workflow automation. Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, JSON, and secure API design patterns. Basic proficiency in front-end development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to support user workflows. Proficiency with Git and GitHub workflows (branching, pull requests, repository management). Familiarity with Azure security and DevSecOps principles, including RBAC, secrets management, and secure-by-design coding. Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams. Ability to balance development speed with quality, security, and maintainability.

Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible to obtain a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) EOD clearance (requires a favorable background investigation).*




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