Experienced Java Developer; TS​/SCI Poly

Perks

• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $30,000 for New Hires.

At General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) you'll be part of a team that makes a true impact by building cutting-edge mission-critical applications that help the end user accomplish their mission and keep people safe. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind.

Are you passionate about building scalable, high-performance applications using the latest Java technologies? Ready to make an impact on a high-profile program where your skills truly matter? We’re looking for a Mid-Level Java Developer to join our dynamic team supporting a critical GDIT program at Annapolis Junction, MD.

In this role, you’ll dive deep into designing and developing highly efficient Microservices running on Linux, leveraging both Java and Kotlin
. Your work will power robust, high-volume data-processing applications deployed in Docker and orchestrated by Kubernetes
, all while embracing the best of modern Agile development practices.

• Work on a mission-critical project as part of a leading prime contractor

• Collaborate with a talented team using innovative, cutting-edge technologies

• Take ownership of complex, impactful microservices that process massive data loads

• Grow your skills with hands-on experience in a fast-paced, Agile environment

Technologies You’ll Master:

• Microservices architecture built with Java 21 and Kotlin

• Cloud-native deployments using AWS
  , Docker
  , and Kubernetes

• Messaging and data streaming with Kafka

• No
  
  SQL databases:
  Cassandra and DynamoDB

• Frontend integration with ReactJS

• Powerful frameworks like Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and Spring Data

Your Toolbox Includes:

• Build and dependency management with Maven and Node.js

• Version control and CI/CD pipelines using Git Lab

• Code quality and security with Sonar Qube

• Development environments including VSCode and IntelliJ

If you’re ready to elevate your Java development career, work with a supportive team, and contribute to a program that makes a difference, let’s talk! Apply now and be part of something extraordinary.

• Design, develop and support Java backend software in support of mission objectives.
• Provide ongoing development, maintenance, support, and software enhancements in existing systems and platforms.
• Troubleshoot complex problems and provide customer support for software systems and application issues.
• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Work alongside other engineers on the team to sustain and advance our organization’s capabilities.

• The position requires an active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline, plus 8 years of application design and development experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience with Java.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience doing high level design and/or architecting on a program of similar complexity.
• Experience with Microservices, Spring Frameworks, Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience as a mentor, technical lead or leading an engineering team.
• Desire to move into a Software Team Lead role and perform the following:

• Lead a team of talented and motivated developers in implementing efficient, scalable, reliable and resilient solutions for our Mission customer and serve as a point of contact with key customers and technical stakeholders.
• Run daily standups;
  Plan, prioritize and write software epics/tickets and assign work;
  Participate in program level planning efforts.
• Manage, execute, and oversee requirements and technical implementation of high visibility back-end Java software development.
• Oversee and mentor developers and focus on technical issues and software development and ensure CI/CD practices are followed for releases.
• Evaluate team s work processes and best practices and implement changes to streamline operations.
• Work with the PM and the team’s Overall Software Lead to expand the program’s capabilities.

• Experience leading an Agile…