Full Stack Java Developer

CACI; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 103,800 - 218,100; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Full Stack Developer to join the BEAGLE ASF Team supporting CBP in Northern Virginia. The role focuses on agile software development, building SPA using Angular with a Spring Boot backend and AWS microservices.

The candidate will work in a collaborative Agile environment, contributing to design, implementation, testing, and mentoring junior staff. The position requires a strong technical foundation across PostgreSQL, Java/Spring Boot, Angular, and RESTful services, along with

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen; able to pass CBP background check.
• B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Management Systems or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of software development experience in a Windows environment.
• Proven experience with PostgreSQL, Java Spring Boot, Angular, microservices, and AWS.
• Strong Angular (TypeScript, Angular Material, state management) and RESTful services with Java/Spring Boot.
• Proficient in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript, CSS and HTML.
• Git-based source control experience; collaboration in a team using version control.
• Onsite in Ashburn, VA 1-2 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software for legacy and modernized systems with limited oversight.
• Be a member of a product team and collaborate with teammates to ensure product and team success.
• Provide improvements to the product being supported and codebase.
• Participate in release and sprint planning, artifact creation, testing, demos, and retrospectives.
• Support release planning with design and development of engineering guidelines.
• Analyze complex problems and craft innovative solutions across scheduling and tooling.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Ensure performance, scalability, and timely reporting of progress to stakeholders.

Skills

PostgreSQL

Java

Spring Boot

Angular

TypeScript

RESTful Services

AWS

Microservices

Git

Angular Material

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Angular Material

Job description

The Opportunity:

CAC I is currently looking for a Full Stack Developer with agile methodology experience to join our BEAGLE (Border Enforcement Applications for Government Leading-Edge Information Technology) Agile Solution Factory (ASF) Team supporting Customs and Border Protection (CBP) client located in Northern Virginia! Join this passionate team of industry-leading individuals supporting the best practices in Agile Software Development for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

As a member of the BEAGLE ASF Team, you will support the men and women charged with safeguarding the American people and enhancing the Nation’s safety, security, and prosperity. CBP agents and officers are on the front lines, every day, protecting our national security by combining customs, immigration, border security, and agricultural protection into one coordinated and supportive activity.

ASF programs thrive in a culture of innovation and are constantly seeking individuals who can bring creative ideas to solve complex problems, both technical and procedural at the team and portfolio levels. The ability to be adaptable and to work constructively with a technically diverse and geographically separated team is crucial. You should have worked with or have a strong interest in agile software development practices and delivering deployable software in short sprints.

Responsibilities:

Serve as an Agile Scrum team member providing software development and maintenance for the delivery of releasable software in short sprint cycles. Responsible for activities associated with delivery of software solutions associated with customer-defined systems and software projects by working in close collaboration with softwaredevelopers/engineers, stakeholders, and end users within Agile processes. Responsible for:

• Designing, developing, and implementing custom software and database application capabilities for a variety of legacy and modernized systems with limited oversight
• Acting as a member of a product team supporting teammates and collaborating with a do what it takes attitude to ensure product and team success
• Providing improvements to the product(s) being supported
• Actively participate in release and sprint planning, artifact creation, sprint testing, regression testing, demonstrations and retrospectives and solution releases
• Supporting release planning with conceptual design and development / refinement of software engineering guidelines
• Analyzing complex project-related problems and creating innovative solutions involving, scheduling, technology, methodology, tools and solution components
• Ensuring product quality and timeliness of work, providing advice and guidance, resolving problems to meet objectives, and providing periodic performance reports
• Providing mentoring to junior members of the team

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to pass CBP background investigation, criteria include but are not limited to:
  • 3 year check for felony convictions
  • 1 year check for illegal drug use
  • 1 year check for misconduct such as theft or fraud
• College degree (B.S.) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Management Systems or a related discipline. Equivalent professional experience will be considered in lieu of degree
• Professional Experience: at least seven (7) years related technical experience, with software design, development and implementation in a Windows Environment
• Demonstrable professional experience with our tech stack: PostgreSQL, Java Spring Boot, Angular, microservices architecture, AWS.
• In-depth knowledge of both the Angular Framework (TypeScript, Angular Material, state management), as well as experience creating RESTful services using Java and spring-boot.
• Expert experience in the following programming languages/libraries: Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Typescript, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML.
• Knowledge of creating Angular components, services, good understanding of state management and UI performance
• Creating reusable libraries, develop interactive and responsive interfaces, implement complex solutions, encouraging quality code through conducting reviews/leading tests
• Implement new features by transforming mockups into fully functional user interfaces integrated with API enabled microservice built on Spring Boot based backend
• Demonstrated professional experience with developing SPA (Single Page Application) using a modern UI framework (Angular and Angular Material), backed by RESTful services
• Bridge the gap between user interface design and technical implementation
• Passion for user experience and user-centric development
• Continuously research new and best coding practices
• Optimize application for maximum speed and scalability
• Strong communication skills that include leading design-related conversations, ability to build and nurture good relationships and foster an environment for collaboration
• Object oriented design and development (OODD) expertise, Service Oriented Architecture (SOA).
• Experience with source code control systems and concurrent development workflows (Git preferred)
• Experience with SQL or PL/SQL Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL Server databases a plus.
• Understanding of all elements of the software development life cycle, including planning, development, requirements management, CM, quality assurance, and release management.
• Local candidates must be onsite 1-2 days per week in Ashburn, VA

Desired:

• Technical Certifications, such as AWS Certified Developer, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, OCP Java, etc.
• Understanding of system architecture concepts and experience with system design (defining service building blocks, data flow, building systems with scalability, reliability, and maintainability in mind).
• Additionally, familiarity with any of the following highly desirable: ETL tools, messaging tech such as Kafka, application security, automated testing, UML, state-management angular libraries such as NGRX or NGXS
• DevOps experience/CI/CD pipeline.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation’s most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$103,800 - $218,100

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.