Devops Engineer/Full Stack Engineer

Summary -----------

A hands-on software engineer who develops applications and cloud infrastructure while improving automated delivery, security, reliability, and developer experience.

Remote work eligibility is subject to position requirements, and management approval.

Must meet applicable Court information security, acceptable use, etc.

May be required to support planned releases, incident response, or production issues.

Learn more about this agency

This job is open to -----------------------

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales. Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

Duties ----------

Design, deliver, operate, and continuously improve secure, reliable Court applications and cloud-based services using modern software engineering and DevOps practices.

Requirements ----------------

Conditions of employment

This vacancy is classified as Highly Skilled:

A job profile that requires substantial relevant experience that includes duties that cannot be performed by an incumbent newly trained in the subject matter. The position may require professional licensure or certification and includes duties that cannot be performed by an incumbent who does not hold such license or certification.

A minimum of four years of experience is required.

Qualifications

CORE COMPETENCIES

• TypeScript software development for modern web and service-based applications
• Infrastructure as Code using Terraform
• CI/CD automation and workflow engineering using GitHub Actions
• AWS cloud services, architectures, security, and operations
• Git-based source control, pull requests, code review, and branching strategies
• Automated testing, secure coding, observability, and application troubleshooting
• Agile software delivery, technical documentation, and cross-functional collaboration
• Professional judgment, accountability, and continuous improvement

Additional information

ROLE OUTCOMES

• Reliable, maintainable applications and cloud infrastructure delivered through repeatable engineering practices.
• Automated build, test, security, and deployment workflows that support efficient and controlled software delivery.
• Infrastructure changes defined and managed through Terraform with appropriate review and traceability.
• Effective use of AWS services with attention to security, performance, resiliency, and cost awareness.
• Reduced deployment risk through testing, peer review, monitoring, documentation, and continuous improvement.
• Effective collaboration with product owners, technical staff, vendors, and Court stakeholders.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants will be evaluated based on their background and experience.

Required Documents

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A Resume (not more than two-pages)

A Cover Letter

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S.

Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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• Applicants may apply by submitting their resume (limited to two-pages)
• Include a Cover Letter that outlines how your experience and qualifications relate to the Core Competencies and Duties described in this Vacancy Announcement

Agency contact information

US Tax Court

Phone

202-521-4700

Email

[email protected]

Address

Office of Information Systems

400 Second Street, NW

Washington, DC 20217

US

Next steps

Upon review of all applications, virtual interviews will be scheduled followed by in-person interviews for the finalists.

Overview

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Accepting applications

This job will close when we have received 200 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible

Not applicable, this is a remote position.

Remote job

Yes

Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

Salary

$121,785 - $158,322 per year

Pay scale & grade

GS 13

Promotion potential

14

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule

Full-time

Travel Required

Not required

Appointment type

Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 2210 Information Technology Management

Supervisory status

No

Federal service type

This job is in the Excepted Service

Represented by a union

No

Drug test

No

Security clearance

Not Required

Position sensitivity and risk

Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required

No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number

26-13097718

Control number

890388700