**Introduction** At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk. **Your role and responsibilities** We are seeking a Junior Full Stack Developer to join our application development team, focusing on maintaining and enhancing our modern web application. This role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies including Svelte, TypeScript, and Python, while developing expertise in full-stack development practices. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and capable of working independently within established patterns. Working closely with senior engineers, you'll contribute to feature development, bug fixes, and dependency management. This position provides a unique opportunity to grow your full-stack expertise while working with modern frameworks and architectures. We emphasize best practices, innovating new technologies, and continuous learning in a supportive environment. **Required technical and professional expertise** · REQUIRED: Top Secret/SCI security clearance w/Full Scope Polygraph · 1-2 years’ experience in full stack web development · Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field, or equivalent experience · Strong foundation in TypeScript and modern JavaScript · Experience with component-based frontend frameworks (Svelte/SvelteKit preferred) · Proficiency in Python backend development · Working knowledge of RESTful APIs and WebSocket implementations · Demonstrated experience with FastAPI or similar Python web frameworks · Practical understanding of Git version control and repository management · Familiarity with Tailwind CSS and modern styling approaches · Basic understanding of web application architecture · Ability to write clean, maintainable code following team standards · Strong teamwork, problem-solving and debugging skills · Excellent communication and collaboration abilities **Preferred technical and professional experience** · Familiarity with containerization (Podman/Docker) · Experience with LLM integration (Ollama or similar) · Familiarity with RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation) implementations · Knowledge of vector databases (Chroma, Milvus, or similar) · Understanding of prompt engineering and LLM best practices · Understanding of web security best practices · Experience with major US Government enterprise applications