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Mid-Level Engineer Draper's Full-Stack Group builds mission-critical web applications for military, government, and commercial customers. We operate like an incubator, giving engineers space to experiment, iterate, and deliver software that protects lives and advances the national interest. Why It Matters: As a mid-level engineer, you'll get hands-on experience building software that powers national-security missions. Working under senior mentors, you'll rapidly grow technical depth while contributing code that goes live in real customer environments.
Core Responsibilities: Develop features and fix bugs under guidance of senior staff using React + TypeScript and a back-end language (Node.js/Python).Write unit and integration tests; adopt test-driven development practices. Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives. Review code with peers, absorb architectural guidance, and gradually own small components or services. Support deployment pipelines and monitor production health (logs, alerts).
Required Qualifications: 2-4 years professional full-stack development (or 3+ years strong personal/project experience).Ability to obtain an Active Secret clearance (existing Secret clearance preferred).Working knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript, React basics, and a server-side language (Node.js, Python, or Java).Familiarity with Git and issue-tracking tools (Jira, GitLab, etc.).BA/BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Exposure to Docker containers and simple docker-compose workflows. Experience with a cloud platform (AWS, GCP, Azure) through projects or labs. Understanding of RESTful APIs and basic authentication (OAuth).Demonstrated curiosity: open-source contributions, hackathon projects, or a technical blog.
About You: Insatiable appetite to learn new technologies and share knowledge. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and forging clear paths to success. Passionate about building products you'd proudly use yourself. Thrives in a team that pushes each other to excel daily.
Job Location: City: St. Petersburg
Job Location: State: Florida
Job Location: Postal Code: 33716 The US base salary range for this full-time position is $75,000.00 - $156,000.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits. Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.

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$75,000 per year

Experience level

Senior

Location

St Petersburg, FL

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