Job description

IT Developer (Remote) – Washington, DC

Clearance Required: Public Trust Tier 2 (must be able to obtain and maintain)
Employment Type: Full-Time W2

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a highly skilled IT Developer to provide development and support services for the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in application and backend development, cloud services, and front-end design, with proven experience delivering secure, efficient, and scalable solutions. This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Public Trust Tier 2 clearance.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain secure and scalable web applications using C#, ASP.NET MVC, ASP.NET Core, Web API, and Node.js.
Build and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and functions with a focus on database performance tuning.
Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and web services (MVC, WCF, Web APIs).
Design and enhance front-end interfaces using HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, CSS, Bootstrap, Chart.js, and other modern libraries.
Implement middleware, dependency injection, and authentication/authorization mechanisms within ASP.NET Core applications.
Leverage AWS cloud services to deploy, maintain, and scale applications.
Create and maintain automation scripts using Bash, PowerShell, or Perl.
Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions that align with CBO’s mission.
Use GitHub Enterprise for version control, branching strategies, and code reviews.
Ensure compliance with security standards and data protection policies for federal IT systems.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

5–8 years of experience in software development with a strong emphasis on ASP.NET, SQL, and web application design.
Proficiency in C#, ASP.NET MVC/Core, JavaScript, jQuery, Node.js, CSS, HTML, Bootstrap.
Strong SQL skills (stored procedures, performance tuning, query optimization).
Experience with AWS cloud platforms.
Hands-on experience with RESTful API development and web services.
Strong understanding of secure coding practices and user authentication/authorization.
Proficiency with GitHub Enterprise for code management and collaboration.
U.S. Citizenship (required).
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Tier 2 clearance (FBI background check and U.S. Capitol Police fingerprinting required).

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Industry certifications such as:

Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP)
Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
GitHub Actions Certification
AWS Certified Developer

Benefits

Our client offers an industry-leading benefits package that contributes to roughly 30% of your total compensation, including:

Generous Paid Time Off – 19 days annually to start, plus 12 floating holidays.
Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage – 100% company-paid premiums for health, dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
Retirement Plan – 401(k) with a 100% match up to 10% of contributions.
Life Insurance – Coverage equal to 2x salary (up to $300K).
Annual Stipends & Reimbursements – $500 business attire, $500 fitness, $1,500 technology, $1,500 professional development, plus $5,000 adoption assistance.
Additional Perks – Referral bonuses, maternity/paternity leave, telework equipment provided, and participation in company morale events and retreats.
Performance & Growth Incentives – Eligible for profit-sharing bonuses (approx. 2–3.5%) or new business development bonuses.
Salary Range: $130,000-$145,000

Why Join Our Client's Team?

Contribute directly to the mission of the Congressional Budget Office, supporting critical federal operations.
Remote role with infrequent trips to the office in DC.
Work on cutting-edge technologies in a secure federal IT environment.
Enjoy a compensation and benefits package designed to invest in both your professional and personal well-being.