DevOps Java Engineer with Pega – Top Secret clearance

Accenture; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a DevOps Java Developer to design, build, test, and maintain Java applications for government missions. You will work with Pega integrations, CI/CD pipelines, and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable features and reliable deployments at Arlington, VA.

The role requires strong Java skills, Pega experience, and the ability to work onsite; Top Secret clearance is highly desired to support government programs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years professional experience as a DevOps Developer.
• Strong proficiency in Java development, with experience building production-ready applications.
• Experience with Pega or integrating Java applications with Pega-based workflows, services, or APIs highly desired.
• Ability to write high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code using industry best practices.
• Familiarity with Git and modern version control workflows (branching, pull requests, peer review).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated builds, and Agile development methodologies.
• Ability to work effectively with cross functional partners and communicate technical concepts clearly.
• MUST be clearable up to Top Secret clearance (active Top Secret highly desired).
• Willingness to work onsite in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based applications, delivering high-quality and maintainable code.
• Analyze user and business requirements, translating them into effective technical solutions.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams—including Pega developers, QA, DevOps, and product owners to deliver scalable, high-performing software features.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize applications to ensure system reliability, performance, and maintainability.
• Participate in code reviews, contributing to coding standards, best practices, and architectural discussions.
• Support deployment activities and ensure smooth rollout of new features across environments.

Skills

Java development

Pega integration

REST APIs

SOAP APIs

CI/CD

Git

Agile

Clearance: Top Secret

Arlington onsite

Tools

Pega

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a DevOps Java Developer to design, build, test, and maintain Java applications for government missions. You will work with Pega integrations, CI/CD pipelines, and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable features and reliable deployments at Arlington, VA.

The role requires strong Java skills, Pega experience, and the ability to work onsite; Top Secret clearance is highly desired to support government programs.