Full Stack Developer Trainer, (1099 Contractor)

Full Stack Developer Trainer (1099 Contractor)

At Fearless, we are seeking a 1099 contractor to serve as a Full Stack Developer Trainer for an eight-week, intensive, hands-on training program for federal IT professionals. This role supports an IRS workforce development initiative designed to upskill existing technical personnel in modern enterprise application development, secure coding practices, and cloud deployment. The trainer will deliver live, synchronous instruction using a curriculum 

developed by Fearless, guiding participants through front-end frameworks, back-end services, SQL databases, DevOps practices, and a capstone project requiring participants to build, test, and deploy a complete full stack application. This is a fully remote, 40-hour-per-week 1099 contractor engagement, with work performed between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. EST. 

Your Responsibilities in this Role: 

• Deliver live virtual instruction in front-end development, including responsive user interfaces using modern web frameworks and tools. 
• Teach back-end application development, including application logic, enterprise services, secure API development, and API integration. 
• Provide hands-on instruction in relational databases and SQL, including joins, subqueries, window functions, CTEs, query optimization, indexing, stored procedures, views, and data modeling. 
• Teach and demonstrate secure coding, software testing, source control, and collaborative software development practices. 
• Provide practical instruction in DevOps and CI/CD, containerization, cloud deployment, application troubleshooting, and maintenance. 
• ​Develop and facilitate instructor-led coding labs, workshops, practical exercises, and realistic enterprise application-development scenarios. 
• ​Provide real-time technical assistance during labs, including code reviews, debugging, troubleshooting, and individualized participant feedback. 
• ​Lead participants through an end-to-end capstone project requiring them to design, build, test, secure, integrate, troubleshoot, and deploy a complete full stack application. 
• Support the Skills Gap Analysis and use assessment results and Government feedback to tailor instructional emphasis, sequencing, exercises, and participant support. 
• Assess participant competency and maintain documentation supporting attendance, progress, completion, assessment results, and performance metrics for inclusion in the LMS. 
• Coordinate with other instructors and Fearless program management to maintain curriculum consistency and provide the COR and IRS IT Tax Processing Program Office with visibility into participant progress.

Project Skill and Experience Requirements:

• ​Minimum of 5 years of professional full stack software development experience, including delivery of production enterprise applications. 
• 3+ years of technical instruction, mentoring, coaching, or workforce development experience, preferably with experienced software developers. 
• Demonstrated hands-on expertise with a modern front-end framework such as React, Angular, or Vue and associated HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/TypeScript technologies. 
• Demonstrated expertise with at least one enterprise back-end development stack, such as Java/Spring Boot, .NET, Node.js, or comparable technology. 
• ​Advanced working knowledge of SQL, relational databases, data modeling, API development and integration, and application troubleshooting. 
• Hands-on experience with Git and source control, automated testing, secure coding, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and containers such as Docker. 
• Experience with cloud application deployment, preferably AWS or another enterprise cloud environment. 
• Experience designing and facilitating hands-on coding labs, practical exercises, and capstone projects in which learners develop complete applications. 
• ​Working knowledge of secure SDLC and modern software engineering practices, with experience operating in security-conscious enterprise environments. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to explain complex technical concepts to experienced technical professionals. 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer or during meetings.
• Must be able to travel occasionally to client sites or company meetings, which may involve driving or flying.
• Ability to communicate effectively via phone, email, and in-person, requiring clear speech, listening, and written communication skills.
• Ability to move within an office environment, including reaching for files, using office equipment, and occasional light lifting (up to 10 pounds).

Life at Fearless

We're a digital integration consultancy on a mission to build a better tomorrow. At Fearless, we combine technology, people, and organizational development to solve meaningful problems. Through iterative development, we deliver smart, user-friendly solutions that make technology work better—for everyone.

But great technology is only part of the story. What truly sets Fearless apart is our Purple Culture and our commitment to building meaningful partnerships with the people who help us deliver exceptional results.

What Makes Us Purple?

Whether you're a team member, contractor, or partner, our Purple Culture influences how we collaborate, communicate, and solve problems together.

Being Purple means you:

• Contribute to work that creates meaningful impact
• Collaborate with people who value curiosity, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Bring your expertise to challenging and rewarding projects
• Work with transparency, trust, and mutual respect
• Help create solutions that improve the lives of the people who use them
• Join a community committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging

We're proud to be an equal opportunity organization. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger, and we welcome individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

Compensation & Engagement Details

Fearless is committed to offering competitive contract rates that reflect the expertise, experience, and value our independent contractors bring to client engagements.

Final rates are determined based on experience, qualifications, project requirements, and market considerations.

This position is structured as an independent contractor (1099) engagement and is not eligible for employee compensation programs or benefits.

Why Partner with Fearless?

When you partner with Fearless, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to mission-driven work that delivers meaningful outcomes
• Collaborate alongside experienced professionals across technology, delivery, design, and organizational development
• Apply your expertise to impactful client engagements
• Build relationships with a values-driven organization committed to excellence
• Work with a team that values autonomy, accountability, and results
• While independent contractors are not eligible for employee benefits, we strive to create strong partnerships that support successful outcomes for both our clients and our contractor community.

Independent Contractor Requirements

To engage with Fearless as an independent contractor, the following documentation must be provided prior to the start of work:

• Completed Form W-9 
• Proof of General Liability Insurance 
• Certificate of Insurance (COI) 
• Compliance with any project-specific customer requirements, including background checks or security clearances, when applicable

Additional documentation may be required depending on the nature of the engagement.

Reasonable Accommodations

Fearless is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@fearless.tech.

So, What's Next?

We've refined our engagement process to ensure alignment between Fearless, our clients, and our contractor partners.

If there's mutual alignment, we'll reach out to begin the interview and evaluation process. Depending on the role or project, the process may vary slightly, but typically includes:

1. Introductory Conversation

We'll connect to:

• Learn more about your experience and expertise 
• Discuss project requirements and expectations 
• Review rate expectations and engagement details 
• Answer any questions about Fearless and the opportunity

2. Skills Assessment (If Applicable)

For some engagements, we'll ask you to complete a role-specific assessment or work sample to better understand your capabilities and approach.

3. Skills & Business Fit Conversation

This conversation allows us to:

• Discuss relevant experience and project examples
• Explore your approach to problem-solving and collaboration
• Ensure alignment between your expertise and the engagement's needs
• Some engagements may also require customer interviews, background checks, or security clearance verification based on project requirements.

Where You Can Partner with Fearless

At Fearless, we’re proud to partner with talented independent contractors across the United States. We are currently able to engage 1099 contractors residing in all 50 states. For contractors who may be interested in future full-time employment opportunities with Fearless, please note that our current W-2 employment footprint includes the following states:

Alabama, California, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

While contractor engagements are available nationwide, eligibility for future W-2 opportunities is contingent upon residing in one of our approved employment states at the time of consideration.

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