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Contract Application Engineer

Location: Remote
Compensation: Hourly
Reviewed: Fri, Aug 28, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

Job Summary

Working remotely on a contract basis, a mid-level Contract Application Engineer will build application interfaces and backend services for federal government clients while collaborating within agile development teams.

Key responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain application interfaces and backend services for high-profile projects
  • Participate in agile development processes, including code reviews and client meetings
  • Utilize modern DevOps practices and technologies to ensure continuous delivery
Required qualifications
  • Experience in software development, particularly with React, GraphQL, Postgres, and Node.js
  • Previous work with federal government clients or in a consulting capacity
  • Familiarity with agile development methodologies
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
  • Eligibility to work in the U.S. and ability to pass a federal background check

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