Horizon Industries

About Horizon Industries

Horizon Industries is a dynamic IT and Management Consulting firm based in the Washington, DC area. They provide full-cycle IT consulting and management support to both private and public sectors. Since 1996, Horizon has built a reputation for over 30 years of experience serving federal agencies, supporting over 100,000 end-users, and achieving a 98% client satisfaction score. This includes specialized support for critical government entities like the Department of Labor (DOL) and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). They also contribute to a unique mission through their manufacturing division as part of the East Texas Lighthouse for the Blind, empowering blind Americans through employment. They manufacture industrial wiping towels and paracord, supplying these essential products to the U.S. government through the AbilityOne Program. In 2014 alone, this division shipped over 24,000 miles of parachute cord and 4.1 million pounds of industrial wiping towels. This dual focus allows Horizon Industries to drive innovation in IT while making a significant social impact.

How We Work

Horizon Industries embraces a remote-first philosophy, with many roles explicitly supporting fully remote work. Their culture thrives on core values, fostering a diverse, employee-focused, and family-centric environment. They believe in empowering their team members, reflected in positive employee feedback about management's commitment to improving lives and supporting growth. Decision-making and collaboration happen effectively across distributed teams, ensuring everyone feels connected and heard, regardless of location. They champion continuous learning, providing resources and opportunities for professional development.

Engineering at Horizon Industries

Horizon Industries is at the forefront of low-code development, heavily utilizing the Appian platform to craft tailored solutions for federal and enterprise clients. Engineers here solve complex challenges in areas like cybersecurity, program management, and business system development for critical government agencies. You will design, develop, and maintain applications, often working with data integration, workflow automation, and system enhancements in secure DoD environments. They embrace Agile methodologies and are building expertise in emerging capabilities such as Cyber, RPA, and AI. Expect to work with a modern tech stack that includes Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL, relational databases, REST/SOAP web services, CI/CD tools, and cloud platforms like AWS GovCloud.

Why Join Us

• Drive meaningful impact by delivering IT solutions for critical federal agencies like the DOL and DISA.
• Contribute to a company with a powerful social mission, empowering blind Americans through employment.
• Advance your skills with a strong focus on professional development, including certifications and career coaching.
• Work in a supportive, remote-friendly environment that values work-life balance and continuous learning.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision, disability)
• 401(k) with 100% vesting from day one and employer match after 90 days
• Educational Assistance Program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Professional Development Allowances
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contributions