Full Stack Web Developer - Space Dynamics Laboratory

Job ID: 9475A

Date Posted: October 21, 2026

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a motivated and team-oriented Full Stack Web Developer to develop database-backed web applications, public facing websites, and interface with third-party applications. In this role, you will work closely with a team of Designers and Developers to build functional and engaging websites, while ensuring the alignment of web design and user experience requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Writes clean, consistent and well-documented code
• Designs, implements, tests, and maintains web applications using a variety of web technologies and libraries
• Designs relational data models
• Collaborates in an Agile/Scrum development environment
• Builds software solutions for internal customers
• Provides operational support for existing systems
• Troubleshoots and resolves technical issues
• Gathers and evaluates user requirements and feedback with business process owners and team

Qualifications:

• Bachelors in software engineering, information technology, computer science, or related field
• 5+ years of full-time, professional web application development experience
• Outstanding skills in two or more of the following:
  • Front-end web development
  • Application design and development
  • Back-end development
  • Relational databases
  • Software quality assurance
• Superior analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated and customer-service oriented
• Must be a US citizen, lawful permanent resident of the US, or other US person

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters in software engineering, information technology, computer science, or related field
• Understanding of UX/UI design principles
• Experience with responsive web design
• Experience with JavaScript frameworks including modern front-end libraries (e.g. Vue)

• $93,000 - $177,000
  • Salary commensurate on education and relevant experience

This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role, level, location, market conditions, and individual qualifications, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job advertisement reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all US locations. Specific salary details for a candidate’s preferred location can be provided by the recruiter or HR manager during the hiring process.

Why Join SDL?

*SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.

SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 7 days; however, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact [email protected].