Full Stack Engineer Jobs in Virginia

Full Stack Engineer jobs in Virginia are among the most active in the mid-Atlantic region, concentrated in defense technology, federal IT contracting, and commercial SaaS, with openings at every level from junior developer through staff engineer. The heaviest hiring is in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads corridor, where employers like Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Capital One have deep and lasting engineering footprints. React, Node.js, and cloud-native development on AWS or Azure are the most consistently sought specializations across Virginia listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles301+
Top employerCapital One
Top cityMcLean, VA
Cities hiring27
Work type39% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Capital One
Full-stack Engineer 5 (Python, Angular)
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Full-stack Engineer 5 (Python, Angular)
Capital One
McLean, Virginia
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in statistics
10,000+

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Navitas Business Consulting
26-1133: Full Stack Java Developer- Herndon, VA
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26-1133: Full Stack Java Developer- Herndon, VA
Navitas Business Consulting
Herndon, Virginia
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$100 - $150/hr

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Capital One
Full-stack Engineer
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Full-stack Engineer
Capital One
McLean, Virginia
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Full-stack Engineering
Backend Engineering
$262k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Capital One
Staff Full-Stack Engineer
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Staff Full-Stack Engineer
Capital One
McLean, Virginia
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Full-stack Engineering
$307k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Capital One
Full-stack Engineer 5 (Senior Manager, IC)-EDT
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Capital One
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Full-stack Engineer 5 (Senior Manager, IC)-EDT
Capital One
McLean, Virginia
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Software Engineering
Bachelor's degree in statistics
10,000+

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Full Stack Engineer Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Richmond
21 jobs
Herndon
16 jobs
Reston
12 jobs
Ashburn
12 jobs
Sterling
12 jobs
Alexandria
5 jobs

Full Stack Engineer Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Capital One
    Capital One95
  • Booz Allen Hamilton
    Booz Allen Hamilton19
  • Information Technology Senior Management Forum
    Information Technology Senior Management Forum15
  • Accenture Federal Services
    Accenture Federal Services8
  • CACI International
    CACI International7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Cybersecurity
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Marketing & Advertising
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in full stack engineer jobs across Virginia.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
  • Proficiency in at least one front-end framework such as React, Angular, or Vue.js
  • Solid back-end experience with Node.js, Python, Java, or a comparable server-side language
  • Hands-on experience deploying and managing applications on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git version control, and agile development workflows

Full Stack Engineer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a full stack engineer in Virginia?

Full stack engineering carries no state-issued license in Virginia, so the path runs through education and demonstrated skill. Most Virginia employers expect at minimum a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or information systems, though several large Northern Virginia federal contractors also accept candidates who hold a relevant professional certification such as AWS Certified Developer or Google Associate Cloud Engineer paired with a strong portfolio. Building projects in React or Node.js and earning a security clearance eligibility significantly broadens opportunity in the defense tech corridor.

How much do full stack engineers make in Virginia?

Full stack engineers in Virginia earn a median of about $136,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $83,350 for the lowest 10% to over $211,930 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire full stack engineers in Virginia?

Employers hiring full stack engineers in Virginia right now include Capital One, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Information Technology Senior Management Forum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Northern Virginia's concentration of federal IT contractors and cloud-forward financial services firms means Virginia consistently ranks among the busiest states for full stack engineering openings.

Which Virginia cities have the most full stack engineer jobs?

McLean, Chantilly, and Arlington lead Virginia for full stack engineer openings. Northern Virginia cities like Reston, McLean, and Arlington drive volume through federal contracting and Fortune 500 technology headquarters, Richmond adds commercial fintech and healthcare IT demand from employers like Capital One and Anthem, and Hampton Roads contributes a steady stream of defense and naval systems roles that increasingly require full stack skills.

Are there remote full stack engineer jobs in Virginia?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 61% of full stack engineer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based and collaborative nature of the work. Front-end and API development tasks are most frequently approved for fully remote arrangements, while roles requiring access to classified networks or secure facilities in Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads tend to require on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a full stack engineer in Virginia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a combination of a portfolio project and an associate or junior developer role with a Virginia federal contractor or mid-size commercial firm. Employers like Leidos, SAIC, and Peraton run new-grad and early-career programs from their Northern Virginia offices, and several Richmond fintech companies hire associate software engineers directly from local bootcamps. Candidates moving from adjacent roles such as QA engineer, IT support, or data analyst who add a React or Node.js project to their portfolio open significantly more doors.

Where can I find and apply to full stack engineer jobs in Virginia?

You can find and apply to full stack engineer jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Virginia employers and locations. Search the listings to find roles that match your stack, seniority level, and preferred location or work arrangement, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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