App Developer - Top Secret Clearance Required

Zachary Piper Solutions; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an App Developer to support a national leading aerospace and global security program. The role is fully on site in Herndon, VA, with opportunities for long-term growth and career development within a team of highly accomplished software developers.

Required qualifications include an active TS/SCI or TS clearance, 2+ years in Java and 2+ years in front-end or full-stack development. Knowledge of XML, DevSecOps, Angular or Kubernetes is a plus.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI or Top Secret clearance required.
• 2+ years of experience in Java.
• 2+ years in front-end or full-stack development.
• Experience with DevSecOps, Angular, or Kubernetes is a plus.
• Ability to work with XML.
• Proven experience in COTS/FOSS integration and support.
• Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Apply standards, processes, and tools across the development life cycle.
• Develop software using knowledge of hardware, software, and user needs to meet mission requirements.
• Correct program errors, document development, and analyze system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent and output requirements.
• Ensure software standards are defined and met.

Skills

Java

Front-end / Fullstack

DevSecOps

Angular

Kubernetes

XML

COTS/FOSS integration

Linux/Windows

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Docker

OpenShift

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an App Developer (multiple positions open for a range of experience levels) to support a national leading aerospace and global security program! The role is fully on site in Herndon, VA. This position offers extensive opportunity for long term growth and career development, as well as the opportunity to be part of a team of highly accomplished Software Developers.

Responsibilities of the App Developer:

• Apply the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle.
• Apply knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software.
• Correct program errors, compiling documentation of program development, and analyzing system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls.
• Ensure software standards are defined and met.

Required Qualifications of the App Developer:

*Active TS (Top Secret) OR TS/SCI Clearance REQUIRED*

• 2 + years of relevant experience in Java
• 2+ years of experience in either front-end or fullstack development
• Experience with DevSecOps, Angular, or Kubernetes is a plus!
• Ability to work with XML
• Proven experience in COTS/FOSS integration and support
• Ability to troubleshoot and navigate multiple operating system environments including LINUX/Windows
• Bachelors' degree

Compensation for the App Developer:

• Salary Range: $150,000-$195,000 depending on experience
• Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement

This job was posted on October 2, 2026 and will be open for 30 days after posting date.

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