--- title: 'Senior Full Stack Developer at AnaVation' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-full-stack-developer-anavation-huntsville-28pvr441cc4q' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-12' --- # Senior Full Stack Developer at AnaVation - **Company:** AnaVation - **Location:** Huntsville, AL - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-09-25 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-12 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/anavationllc/17efd3a5-cbc7-4fc3-9217-11c267494fcd ## Job description Be Challenged and Make a Difference In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. Description of Task to be Performed: AnaVation is seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer to join our growing Huntsville, Alabama work program. The selected candidate will support application design, development, integration, and modernization for a major federal transformation program. This senior role develops secure, scalable, cloud-ready solutions and works across the entire stack—front-end, back-end, APIs, databases, and cloud environments. The Full Stack Engineer collaborates with Product, DevSecOps, Cloud, Data, QA, and Migration teams to deliver mission-critical capabilities that meet federal performance, security, and compliance standards. Specific duties and responsibilities include: Application & API Development Design, develop, and maintain front-end and back-end components for enterprise applications Build and optimize REST APIs, microservices, and system-to-system integrations Ensure code quality, performance, and maintainability across the full stack Cloud-Ready Engineering Develop cloud-compatible services and applications (AWS preferred) Support deployment of pipelines, infrastructure integration, and CI/CD workflows Align application architecture with modernization and cloud migration requirement Technical Leadership & Collaboration Collaborate with Scrum Masters, Product Leads, QA Automation Engineers, Cloud Engineers, and Data Engineers Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, technical design reviews, and demos Mentor mid-level engineers and support knowledge-sharing across teams Security, Performance & Compliance Implement secure coding practices, logging, auditing, and data-handling requirements Conduct performance tuning, optimization, and reliability improvements Ensure delivery aligns with federal security standards and program governance Testing & Quality Support Support automated testing and validation of application functionality and integrations Troubleshoot defects across the stack and coordinate with QA to resolve issues Validate readiness for release and major deployment events Documentation & Reporting Develop technical design documents, API specifications, data flow diagrams, and code documentation Maintain full-stack engineering artifacts required for release, sustainment, and audits Provide status updates and technical insights to leadership and cross-functional teams This position requires active Top Secret (TS) clearance and the ability to obtain SCI accesses with a CI polygraph. This position is on-site with our customer in Huntsville, Alabama, and cannot be supported remotely. Required Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience in software engineering or full-stack development - Experience developing both front-end and back-end solutions using modern frameworks - Hands-on experience with APIs, microservices, relational and NoSQL databases - Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, DevSecOps environments, and automated testing - Strong ability to troubleshoot issues across the entire stack - Excellent communication and documentation skills - Must be able to work full-time on-site at our customer location in Huntsville, Alabama. - Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and the ability to obtain a CI polygraph. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience supporting federal government / national-security programs - Experience with cloud-native architectures (AWS strongly preferred) - Familiarity with containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), or serverless frameworks - Experience with performance engineering, load testing, or automated quality pipelines - Knowledge of Python, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar languages used across full-stack systems ## Benefits Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting Competitive Pay Generous paid leave and holiday package Tuition and training reimbursement Life and AD&D Insurance ## About AnaVation AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team. If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. ## About AnaVation ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: AnaVation is a leading provider of investigative and intelligence collection, cloud and big data, and full spectrum cyber solutions to the U.S. federal government. - **Entity Type**: Private (Partnership) - **Headquarters**: Chantilly, Virginia, United States - **Founded**: 2013 - **Founders**: Charles Quillin (CEO) and Todd Graham (Co-Founder & Partner, Law Enforcement) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: IT Services and IT Consulting, Cybersecurity, Cloud & Big Data, Intelligence - **Target customers**: U.S. federal government (civilian, defense, and intelligence communities) - **Mission or purpose statement**: "AnaVation will provide innovative solutions to our customers, a culture that engages our employees, and unmatched value to both." ## Products & Services AnaVation delivers mission-critical services and solutions, primarily to the government, organized around key technical domains: - **Investigative & Intelligence Collection**: Analytical and processing services for mission support. - **Cloud & Big Data**: Engineering and architecture for secure cloud migration, data processing, and analytics. - **Full Spectrum Cyber**: Offensive and defensive cybersecurity, including architecture, engineering, and operations. - **Software & Systems Engineering**: Development of custom applications, systems integration, and lifecycle management. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed (Private company) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue estimated between **$5M–$25M**. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Profile as a trusted partner to the U.S. federal government; partnership structure owned by founders/partners. - **Growth Signals**: - Headcount of approx. 151 employees (+4.4% YoY). - 2,432 LinkedIn followers (+20.1% yearly growth). - Named a **Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work winner for 11 consecutive years (2016–2026)**. - Strong talent pipeline from top defense contractors (Booz Allen Hamilton, Peraton, Leidos) and universities (George Mason University, University of Maryland). ## Competitive Advantages - **Deep Government Focus**: Specialized expertise in the "hard problems" of national security, intelligence, and defense. - "**Idea of the Possible**" Culture: Emphasizes high-trust relationships, innovation, and solving complex technical challenges for customers. - **Employee-Centric Model**: Founders focus on "taking care of employees and customers" as a core business philosophy. - **Long-Term Stability**: A proven track record over a decade, with consistent recognition as a top workplace. ## Strategic Focus - **Mission Success**: Continuously investing in "Innovation" and "Service Excellence" to solve customer challenges. - **Workforce Development**: Prioritizing employee growth, technical skill development, and certifications. - **Expanding Technical Capabilities**: Seeking talent in AI, cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and software development to meet evolving national security needs. ## Why Work Here - **Culture & Values**: Rated 4.6/5.0 on employer review sites (Work-Life: 4.7, Culture: 4.7). The culture is described as collaborative, mission-driven, and supportive. - **Work from Home / Remote**: Many roles are listed as **Full Time On-site** (e.g., Chantilly, VA; Huntsville, AL; Linthicum Heights, MD), with some **Hybrid** options available. - **Notable Perks**: - Generous company-funded medical coverage (100% dental and vision for employees and families). - 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting. - Paid training and certifications ("Life Long Learning"). - Career development programs and recognition (kudos, rewards, bonuses). - **Engineering Culture**: Focus on solving "hard problems" with a stimulating environment, time, and tools for excellence. ## Sources 1. [anavationllc.com - About](https://anavationllc.com/about/) 2. [anavationllc.com - Life at AnaVation](https://anavationllc.com/life-anavation/) 3. [anavationllc.com - Careers](https://anavationllc.com/careers/) 4. [LinkedIn – AnaVation LLC](https://linkedin.com/company/anavation-llc) 5. 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