Full Stack Engineer

DESCRIPTION Position: Full-Stack Engineer (Engineer IV)Location: Kaiserslautern, GermanyClearance Requirement: Secret Job Description: Mission Essential is seeking a Full-Stack Engineer to join a cutting-edge initiative in support of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) in Germany. This role plays a vital part in delivering critical engineering and technical support services, with a strong emphasis on leveraging advanced data science and engineering solutions to drive mission success. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:Front-End Configuration Tasks:Configure User Interfaces (UI)Configure visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js. As well as in Army and DoD specific systems.Ensure responsive design for compatibility across devices (mobile, tablet, desktop).Implement User Experience (UX)Work with command sections and MSCs to optimize navigation, layout, and interactivity to enhance user experience.Conduct usability testing and gather feedback to improve the front-end.Configure APIsConnect the front-end with back-end services.Handle data fetching, rendering, and error management.Cross-Browser and device CompatibilityEnsure the application works seamlessly across different browsers and Army/DoD systems (e.g., Chrome, Edge).Ensure the application works seamlessly across different device types (smartphone, tablet, desktop/laptop)Optimize performanceMinimize load times by optimizing images, scripts, and stylesheets.Implement caching and lazy loading techniques.Collaborate with 21st TSC G6 in the following Back-End Configuration Tasks:Build Server-Side LogicConfigure server-side applications using languages like Python, Java, Node.js, Ruby, or PHP.Implement business logic and algorithms to process data.Manage databasesDesign, create, and maintain databases using SQL (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) or NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).Write efficient queries and ensure data integrity.Configure APIsCreate RESTful or GraphQL APIs to enable communication between the front-end and back-end.Ensure secure and scalable endpoints.Implement authentication and authorization processesImplement user authentication (e.g., OAuth, JWT) and role-based access control.Secure sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access.Configure and Deploy serversSet up and configure servers using platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.Deploy applications using tools like Docker, Kubernetes, or CI/CD pipelines. REQUIREMENTS Job Requirements:Years of Experience combination of any of the following:Eighteen (18) years of recent specialized experienceMajor IT Certification AND fourteen (14) years of recent specialized experienceAssociate’s degree in computer science, information management, or related discipline AND fourteen (14) years of recent specialized experienceBachelor’s degree in computer science, information management, or related discipline AND ten (10) years of recent specialized experienceMaster’s degree in computer science, information management, or related discipline AND seven (7) years of recent specialized experienceIA Technical Level II certification or higher:CCNA-SecurityCompTIA CySA+Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)CompTIA Security+ CEEC-Council Certified Network Defense (CND)(ISC)² Certified System Security Practitioner (SSCP)