Junior Software Developer (Active TS/SCI with Poly Required)

General Dynamics IT; Maryland; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Health and wellness packages

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) in Annapolis Junction, MD is seeking a Junior Software Developer to build scalable microservices using Java and Kotlin, deployed with Docker and Kubernetes.

You will design, develop, and support backend services, work in an Agile environment, and collaborate with a talented team on a mission-critical program.

The role requires 0+ years of experience, a BS in CS or related field, and a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance; onsite in MD with 40-hour weeks.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
• 0+ years of application design and development experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and support Java backend software in support of mission objectives.
• Provide ongoing development, maintenance, support, and software enhancements in existing systems and platforms.
• Troubleshoot complex problems and provide customer support for software systems and application issues.
• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Work alongside other engineers on the team to sustain and advance our organization's capabilities.

Skills

Agile Methodology

Software Development

Software Technologies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Java

Kotlin

Spring Boot

Maven

GitLab

VSCode

IntelliJ

Kafka

Spring Cloud

Spring Data

AWS

NoSQL Cassandra

DynamoDB

Job description

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: Software Engineering

Job Qualifications

Skills: Agile Methodology, Software Development, Software Technologies

Certifications: None

Experience: 0 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description

At General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) you'll be part of a team that makes a true impact by building cutting-edge mission-critical applications that help the end user accomplish their mission and keep people safe. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind.

Join Us as a Junior Software Developer - Innovate with Cutting-Edge Tech in Annapolis Junction, MD!

Are you passionate about building scalable, high-performance applications using the latest software technologies? Ready to make an impact on a high-profile program where your skills truly matter? We're looking for a Junior Software Developer to join our dynamic team supporting a critical GDIT program at Annapolis Junction, MD.

In this role, you'll dive deep into designing and developing highly efficient Microservices running on Linux, leveraging both Java and Kotlin . Your work will power robust, high-volume data-processing applications deployed in Docker and orchestrated by Kubernetes , all while embracing the best of modern Agile development practices.

Why Join Us?

• Work on a mission-critical project as part of a leading prime contractor
• Collaborate with a talented team using innovative, cutting-edge technologies
• Take ownership of impactful microservices that process massive data loads
• Grow your skills with hands-on experience in a fast-paced, Agile environment

Technologies You'll Master

• Microservices architecture built with Java 25 and Kotlin
• Cloud-native deployments using AWS , Docker , and Kubernetes
• Messaging and data streaming with Kafka
• NoSQL databases: Cassandra and DynamoDB
• Powerful frameworks like Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and Spring Data

Your Toolbox Includes

• Build and dependency management with Maven and Node.js
• Version control and CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
• Code quality and security with SonarQube
• Development environments including VSCode and IntelliJ

If you're ready to elevate your software development career, work with a supportive team, and contribute to a program that makes a difference, let's talk! and be part of something extraordinary.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and support Java backend software in support of mission objectives.
• Provide ongoing development, maintenance, support, and software enhancements in existing systems and platforms.
• Troubleshoot complex problems and provide customer support for software systems and application issues.
• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Work alongside other engineers on the team to sustain and advance our organization's capabilities.

Requirements and Qualifications

• The position requires an active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline, plus 0+ years of application design and development experience.

What GDIT Can Offer You

• 401K with company match
• Rewards program for high-performing employees
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Diverse, highly collaborative teams
• Challenging work that makes a real impact on the world around you
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Flexible work schedule
• Work Life balance

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The likely salary range for this position is $85,000 - $115,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: None

T elecommuting Options: Onsite

Work Location: USA MD Annapolis Junction

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental d