Software Developer I, Federal Aviation Safety Program (Hybrid)

Job overview

The Software Developer I role is based in McLean, VA, with a hybrid arrangement and a stated salary range of $90,000–$120,000 per year. iCatalyst is a technology company delivering mission-driven solutions for federal and commercial clients; this role supports a federal program developing an advanced analytics web application for aviation safety. The developer builds and maintains application features, integrates data and software components, and supports secure, reliable delivery. The work contributes to aviation-safety analysis through web applications, databases, cloud services, and AI-enabled tools while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

What you'll do

• Develop and maintain a Java Spring Boot and Angular web application
• process relational and graph database data
• integrate commercial, custom, and open-source products in AWS
• develop with Java, Python, and TypeScript
• create data integration and transfer routines using Postgres and work with AWS OpenSearch
• build and implement RAG, chatbot/copilot, and AI automation solutions
• debug and trace applications
• maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions
• use JIRA or similar tools to track work
• follow secure coding, security, compliance, and quality standards
• communicate technical progress and risks
• support technical writing and cross-functional delivery.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

software developer i

hybrid

mclean va

federal program

aviation safety

java

spring boot

angular

python

aws

public trust clearance

$90k–$120k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical plan options, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, 11 federal holidays, military, bereavement and jury-duty leave, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, phone and internet reimbursement for eligible employees, transportation support, training and education assistance, annual wellness benefit, and social and community giveback.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor's degree in computer science or a STEM discipline with five or more years of experience, or a master's degree in STEM with three or more years. Public Trust clearance is required; the posting states U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required and candidates needing visa sponsorship are not eligible. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:30 PM EST. Travel may be required based on contract needs.

About the employer

iCatalyst Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.