Java Developer (TS/SCI Cleared)

Medium; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company located in Virginia is seeking a TS/SCI Cleared Java Developer to support essential development projects in a high-security federal environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in Java development and must possess an active TS/SCI clearance. Responsibilities include designing and maintaining secure Java applications, collaborating with technical teams, and developing RESTful services. This role offers competitive salaries ranging from $120,000 to $235,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 3+ years of professional Java development experience.
• Experience developing enterprise-level applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based applications in a secure environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems engineers and analysts.
• Develop RESTful services and backend components for data-intensive workflows.

Skills

Java development

Object-oriented design

Problem-solving

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Spring

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Title: TS/SCI Cleared Java Developer

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Java Developer with an active TS/SCI clearance to support mission-critical development efforts within a high-security federal environment. This role is ideal for candidates with 3+ years of experience who are looking to contribute to impactful, data-driven solutions supporting national geospatial initiatives.

The selected candidate will join a collaborative technical team responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable applications that enable advanced analysis and operational decision-making.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance (required to start)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of professional Java development experience
• Experience developing enterprise-level applications
• Familiarity with object-oriented design principles
• Experience working in Linux-based environments
• Understanding of secure development practices

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based applications in a secure enterprise environment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems engineers, analysts, and architects
• Develop RESTful services and backend components to support data-intensive workflows
• Participate in Agile development activities including sprint planning, stand-ups, and code reviews
• Troubleshoot and resolve performance, scalability, and integration issues
• Support deployment and sustainment of applications within classified environments
• Contribute to system documentation and technical design discussions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Spring / Spring Boot
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Exposure to cloud or hybrid environments
• Experience working within the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency mission space or similar IC environments
• Prior experience supporting classified federal programs

What You’ll Bring

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Adaptability within mission-driven development efforts
• Commitment to quality and secure coding standards

Clearance Requirement

Active TS/SCI clearance required.

$120,000 - $235,000 a year