Fullstack Engineer (React, Rails, Drupal)
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- Location
- United States
- Job Type
- full-time
- Salary
- $100,000 – $130,000
- Posted
- July 25, 2025
Job Description
Wilcore believes that the best products are built when companies understand and value the things they are working on. We value learning and growth and the ability to make a big impact at a small company. We believe that we can make big changes happen and improve the daily lives of millions of people by bringing quality software to the federal space.
We are hiring a Full Stack Engineer to help manage, expand and oversee our rapidly growing portfolio of federal contracts.
What you'll be doing:
You’ll contribute to both front-end and back-end development of form-related services and features on VA.gov. This includes building reusable React components that follow the VA Design System, implementing dynamic schema-based forms, managing data validation, and developing secure APIs that support submission workflows. You’ll help modernize legacy form infrastructure, optimize user experience, and ensure your work is performant, testable, and compliant with 508 accessibility and security standards.
What you’ll bring:
- 4+ years of experience in full stack development
- Strong experience with JavaScript, React, Ruby on Rails, and REST APIs
- Expertise in Drupal site building, theming, and custom module development using PHP and front-end technologies.
- Familiarity with modern CI/CD practices and Git workflows
- Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS preferred)
- Understanding of accessibility best practices and web standards (WCAG, Section 508)
- Strong communication and collaboration skills in Agile environments
Bonus Qualifications
- Prior experience supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs or federal agencies
- Familiarity with JSON Schema Form libraries (e.g., react-jsonschema-form)
- Knowledge of VA.gov architecture and building forms on VA.gov
- Experience with automated testing and 508 scanning tools (e.g., Axe, pa11y)
Requirements:
- Must be a US Citizen and able to work domestically
- Must be able to attain low-level security clearance
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree
Benefits:
- Fully remote
- Annual stipend
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Company Match 401(k) plan
- Flexible PTO, Paid Holidays
Wilcore is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact an Wilcore HR representative to request such an accommodation by emailing hr@wilcore.io
Compensation:
At Wilcore, it’s important each employee is compensated competitively and fairly. In alignment with state legal requirements. A range for the included position is listed below. Be advised, actual offer details are determined by job category, job location, and candidate skill level.
United States Wage Range: $100,000 – $130,000
🎯 Who is this job for?
This role is ideal for a Fullstack Engineer with 4+ years of experience in React, Ruby on Rails, and Drupal (PHP), especially those with strong knowledge of REST APIs and accessibility standards like WCAG/Section 508. It's suited for candidates comfortable in Agile teams, experienced with AWS, CI/CD, and government or VA.gov projects. Must be a U.S. citizen able to obtain low-level security clearance.
💬 Potential Interview Questions
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How do you structure a fullstack application using React and Ruby on Rails?
Use Rails for API backend, React as a decoupled frontend with Axios or fetch for requests, maintain RESTful routes, and implement service and presenter patterns in Rails. -
What strategies do you use to implement accessible, schema-based forms in React?
Use libraries likereact-jsonschema-form, apply ARIA roles, ensure keyboard navigation, validate using WCAG/508 standards, and test with tools like Axe. -
How do you ensure seamless data flow and validation between a React frontend and Rails backend?
Validate on both frontend and backend, use JSON schema for consistency, implement proper request/response handling, and provide user-friendly error feedback. -
Describe your experience building and theming in Drupal.
[Example] Used Drupal 9 for custom module development, theme layer overrides with Twig, created reusable blocks, and integrated REST APIs for decoupled content delivery. -
What are your best practices for building secure APIs in Rails?
Use strong parameter filtering, CSRF protection, input sanitization, token-based auth (e.g., JWT), rate limiting, and monitoring with tools like Brakeman. -
How do you incorporate accessibility and 508 compliance into your workflow?
Use semantic HTML, ARIA attributes, keyboard testing, color contrast tools, and automated scanners like Axe and pa11y during CI. -
What’s your approach to testing fullstack applications?
Use Jest/React Testing Library for UI, RSpec for Rails, Postman for API tests, and CI pipelines with 508/accessibility scans for every build. -
How do you manage deployments and CI/CD for React/Rails/Drupal projects?
Use GitHub Actions or GitLab CI for pipelines, AWS or Docker for environments, automate builds, run tests, and deploy to staging/production with rollback support. -
Describe your experience working on federal or VA.gov projects.
[Example if applicable] Developed secure, accessible applications for VA.gov using the VA design system, followed federal standards for compliance, and delivered features through Agile sprints. -
How do you maintain performance in large-scale form applications?
Lazy load form components, debounce inputs, validate only on submission when appropriate, split forms into steps, and monitor with performance tools.
📋 Job Summary
Wilcore is hiring a Fullstack Engineer to build impactful digital services for VA.gov using React, Ruby on Rails, and Drupal. This fully remote role (U.S. only) offers \$100K–\$130K, flexible PTO, a 401(k) match, and benefits. You’ll modernize legacy form infrastructure, ensure 508 compliance, and collaborate in Agile teams to deliver high-quality government software. Ideal for developers with 4+ years' experience ready to make a difference in federal tech.