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Full Stack Engineer – Node.js & AWS (6-Month Contract-to-Hire)

We’re seeking a highly skilled and motivated Full Stack Engineer to join our team on a 6-month contract-to-hire basis. This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in Node.js, AWS, and modern web technologies who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Work Schedule:

Hybrid role with on-site presence required Tuesday through Thursday each week.

Contract Type:

6-month contract-to-hire with the potential for full-time conversion based on performance and business needs.

What You’ll Do

+ Design, build, and maintain scalable APIs and backend services using Node.js and AWS.

+ Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of developers, analysts, and QA engineers.

+ Translate business requirements into technical solutions with clean, maintainable code.

+ Conduct code reviews and enforce best practices in architecture, performance, and security.

+ Collaborate with UX designers, product owners, and system architects to deliver seamless user experiences.

+ Drive innovation and continuous improvement across development processes and tools.

+ Communicate technical concepts and timelines clearly to stakeholders.

Interview Process

+ Step 1: Take Home Node.js Assessment

+ Step 2: 30 Minute teams video interview with hiring manager

+ Step 3: 90 Minute live coding and technical interview with the team

What You Bring

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (required).

+ 7+ years of hands-on software development experience.

+ Strong proficiency in Node.js, JavaScript, React.js, and RESTful API design.

+ Solid experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, MongoDB).

+ Deep understanding of AWS services such as Lambda, EC2, ECS, Route53, Elasticsearch, and IAM.

+ Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins.

+ Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks and tools (React, Redux, ES6, TypeScript, Babel, Webpack).

+ Knowledge of responsive design, reactive programming, and performance optimization.

+ Comfortable working in Agile environments using tools like Jira, Trello, or LeanKit.

+ Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical topics to non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience with GraphQL, YAML, JSON, HTML, XML, and CSS.

+ Proven ability to lead and mentor team members.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90.00 - $100.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Sterling,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2025.

h4>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.