Java Developer (SME)

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 154,050 - 278,475; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with 6% company match

Flexible Schedules

Education and Training Support

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Java Developer (SME) for its Intel Security Sector's Analysis Solutions Business Area. The ideal candidate will provide Agile DevOps support, developing microservices using Java and the Spring Framework. Responsibilities include mentoring, conducting code reviews, and deploying solutions within a cloud-based platform.

A Master's degree with 15+ years or a Doctorate with 13+ years of relevant experience is required. Candidates must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance. Leidos offers competitive benefits including Paid Time Off and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Extensive use of Agile practices in development environments.
• Experience with microservices architecture and design patterns.
• Proficient in integrating with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Familiar with DevOps toolsets including version control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend microservices using Java.
• Mentor team members and conduct code reviews.
• Implement software system validation and testing methods.
• Deploy solutions within a cloud-based platform.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Microservices

RESTful APIs

Elasticsearch

AWS

Agile practices

Python

Bash

Education

Master's degree with 15+ years of experience

Doctorate with 13+ years of experience

Tools

Junit

GitHub

Jenkins

Job description

Description

Leidos has an exciting opportunity for a Java Developer (SME) in our Intel Security Sector's Analysis Solutions Business Area. Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

Job Summary

As a Java Developer you will provide Agile DevOps support to mission‑critical systems. The candidate will provide technical expertise and support in the design, development, implementation and testing of the customer tools and applications in support of Extracting, Transforming and Loading data into an enterprise Data Lake. Based in a DevOps framework, the candidate will participate in and/or direct major deliverables of projects through all aspects of the software development lifecycle including scope and work estimation, architecture and design, coding and unit testing. This role requires the development of custom code/scripts to quickly extract, triage and exploit data across domains and data stores.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and maintain high-performance, scalable backend microservices using Java and the Spring Framework to meet customer information technology needs.
• Participate in and direct software programming initiatives, shaping backend architecture, mentoring team members, and conducting code reviews.
• Develop and direct software system validation and testing methods using Junit and Katalon and use integrated custom‑developed software solutions to leverage automated deployment technologies.
• Develop, prototype and deploy solutions within a cloud‑based platform leveraging platform services.
• Analyze (through proof of concept, performance, and end‑to‑end testing) and effectively coordinate infrastructure needs driven by developed software to meet customer mission needs.
• Support the Agile software development lifecycle following Program SAFe practices while coordinating closely with team members, Product Owners and Scrum Masters to ensure User Story alignment and implementation to customer use cases.
• Document and perform systems software development, including deployment of build artifacts across different environments leveraging GitFlow constructs and using industry‑leading DevOps tools like GitHub, Jenkins, and scripting (e.g., python, bash).
• Apply and identify software development best practices and standard operating procedures creating innovative solutions to meet the technical needs of customers.

Basic Qualifications

• Extensive use and experience in common Agile practices, service‑oriented environments, and development practices.
• Extensive experience with Java and the Spring Framework, microservices architecture and design patterns, implementing RESTful APIs, and integrating with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Extensive experience with writing software that interfaces with data technologies like Elasticsearch, Postgres, DynamoDB, Kafka, AWS SQS/SNS, AWS Lambda, and AWS S3.
• Extensive experience integrating with and delivering within DevOps toolsets/practices.
• Direct experience utilizing software testing performance tools, such as Junit and scripting languages, such as Python, and Bash while working in an Agile development environment.
• Extensive experience with development in Commercial Cloud Platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) and leveraging cloud data services (e.g., S3, RDS, EFS).
• Extensive experience using version control systems and issue/problem tracking systems.
• Master's degree with 15+ years of prior relevant experience or Doctorate with 13+ years of relevant experience. Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• To be considered must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAFe development practices.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range $154,050.00 – $278,475.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.