Mid-Level Full Stack AWS Engineer

Job Description ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TS/SCI POLYGRAPH LEVEL IS REQUIRED We are seeking a versatile Full-Stack AWS & AI/ML Software Engineer to join our team in Annapolis Junction, MD. In this role, you’ll be a core problem-solver delivering high-impact solutions. You will focus on building intuitive graphical user interfaces and dashboards, deploying and managing applications in an AWS cloud environment, executing tech transfer initiatives to integrate new capabilities into established tools, automating critical workflows, and embedding AI/ML models into active systems to enhance operational decision-making. The annual base salary range for this role is $151,000-$178,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. , Required Skills Frontend Development: Proficiency in at least one modern JavaScript framework (React, Angular, or Vue.js) to build responsive, accessible, and user-friendly GUIs and interactive dashboards. Languages: Solid foundation in Python, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. AWS & Cloud Architecture: Strong working knowledge of core AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, IAM, API Gateway, DynamoDB/RDS). Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Hands-on experience with Terraform or CloudFormation for provisioning cloud infrastructure. Workflow Automation & AI/ML Integration: Proficiency in Python scripting for automation, experience with workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow, AWS Step Functions), and basic experience integrating AI/ML models into web applications or backend pipelines. DevOps & Tools: Core understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization using Docker, cloud security best practices, version control with Git, and unit/integration testing frameworks. Soft Skills: Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an Agile environment, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and a passion for continuous learning. Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, or Engineering Management, PLUS 7+ years of professional systems engineering experience on programs of similar scope and complexity OR High School Diploma / GED, PLUS 11+ years of hands-on technical systems engineering and architecture experience in lieu of a degree. , Desired Skills Preferred Language: Hands-on experience or proficiency with TypeScript.Advanced Experience: Monitoring and optimizing AI/ML model performance in production settings.Background: Tech transfer initiatives—taking prototypes or emerging tools and integrating them into existing enterprise platforms. , About Nyla Technology Solutions Nyla Technology Solutions delivers exceptional Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and Software Engineering services for the U.S. Government. Nyla embraces a forward-thinking and bold approach at every turn, earning us a solid reputation of technical trendsetters within the industry. We have a passion for developing solutions that have a quick and immediate impact on mission. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, our customers love how we tackle their most challenging problems and get things done. If you have the unique experience and expertise we are seeking, along with the desire and determination to invest your time and energy as a part of Nyla’s team, Taking Care of All of You Nyla provides a top-of-market compensation and benefits package. And through our unique Nyla FLEX program, we custom tailor these benefits to best fit your lifestyle. The Nyla FLEX benefit program is designed to offer you flexibility in the 3 biggest areas of your life: your pay, your leave, and your schedule. PAY - Nyla starts with 4 weeks of Annual Leave plus 11 holidays and an additional day of Annual Leave for each year you’re at the company. You have the flexibility to cash out your annual leave hours, opt out of other Nyla benefits, and/or arrange for additional hours on contract* (over 40 hrs/week). There’s even an option to earn 1.3 times your hourly rate once you work over 1880 hours on contract! LEAVE - Want to spend more time with the family? Want more time to travel the world? You can BUY additional annual leave for a total of 6 weeks of annual leave. That’s up to 240 hours of leave plus 11 holidays! That’s not even including paid anniversary leave! SCHEDULE - Does the traditional 40-hour workweek no longer fit your lifestyle? With Nyla FLEX, you have the freedom to scale down to 30-32 hours while still enjoying the top-notch Nyla benefits you know and love. It's flexibility that works for you without compromising the perks! WHAT ABOUT OTHER BENEFITS? Nyla’s health care (medical, dental, and vision) is 100% covered by the company. We provide 10% 401k matching - with full vesting day 1! Our Professional Development offers $5,000 per year to be used towards fees, tuition, or time off for your continued growth. We even have a student loan repayment program and we provide 8 hours of volunteering annually so you can support your community, making your world a better place. To learn more about Nyla's culture and our exceptional benefit packages click here. Nyla is an equal opportunity employer.