The Intersect Group

Full-Stack Developer (React + Python)

JOB SUMMARY
Covalent Solutions (Covalent) is seeking a mission driven, highly motivated and collaborative Full-Stack Developer (React + Python) with expertise in React and Python to build modern, scalable web applications. The ideal candidate will have strong front-end skills in React combined with hands-on experience developing back-end APIs, managing databases, and deploying applications in the cloud. This role requires versatility across the full stack, with the ability to design, develop, and optimize both client-facing and server-side solutions.

This opportunity is full-time with Covalent and is on-site in Bethesda, Maryland.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to:

• Develop responsive, user-friendly front-end applications using React and modern UI frameworks.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services using Python (Django, Flask, or FastAPI).
• Design and optimize relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cosmos DB, etc.) databases.
• Integrate React front ends with Python APIs and databases to deliver seamless applications.
• Implement secure, scalable, and high-performing application architectures.
• Collaborate with DevOps on CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud hosting (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Conduct code reviews, write automated tests, and troubleshoot across the stack.
• Partner with UX/UI designers, QA, and product owners in Agile/Scrum teams.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

• Bachelor s or Master s in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Work Experience:

• 5+ years professional software development experience.
• 3+ years building applications with React (state management with Redux or Context API).
• Strong experience with Python frameworks (Django, Flask, or FastAPI).
• Proven ability to design, build, and consume RESTful APIs (GraphQL a plus).
• Solid database experience with both SQL and NoSQL systems.
• Experience deploying applications on cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Understanding of security best practices (OAuth, JWT, role-based access control).
• Prior experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Proficiency with HTML5, CSS3, and modern styling frameworks (Tailwind, Material-UI, etc.).
• Experience with unit/integration testing frameworks (Jest, PyTest, etc.).

COMPETENCIES
Professionalism:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Sharp eye for detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and in different phases of work at the same time. Flexibility and adaptability to perform in a fast paced and dynamic environment. Context-switching does not bother you.
• Effectively collaborates and influences people at all levels in the organization through strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong time-management skills.
• Ability to manage conflict and drive resolution.
• Focused on results, proactive, service oriented
• Can focus on both high level and detail level, knowing which is appropriate for the situation.
• Ability to self-direct and manage ambiguity.
• Ability to take in a lot of disparate information and find common themes, recommend clear paths forward and iterate.
• Motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.
• Show persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges.
• Naturally curious about things you don't understand and actively look for opportunities to grow and learn from those around you.

Communication:

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Actively participate in meetings and be willing to advocate for what you believe in. Provide thoughtful, constructive review of others work, knowing that everyone is working towards the same objective.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills. You can always articulate the "why" behind your solutions.
• Listen to others, correctly interpret messages from others and respond appropriately.
• Ask questions to clarify, and exhibit interest in having two-way communication.
• Tailor language, tone, style and format to match the audience.
• Demonstrate openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Speak intelligently about a wide variety of topics but know when to say, "I don't know."

Teamwork:

• Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, team-oriented environments.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.
• Place team agenda before personal agenda.
• Support and act in accordance with the final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect your own position.
• Share credit for team accomplishments and accept joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Accountability:

• Take ownership of all responsibilities and honor commitments.
• Deliver outputs for which you have responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards.
• Operate in compliance with organizational regulations and rules.
• Take personal responsibility for your own shortcomings, where applicable.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $135,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid jury duty
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bethesda, MD 20892