Principal Software Developer

BigBear.ai; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth Opportunities

Recognition

Work-Life Balance

Impactful Work

Job summary

A leading AI/ML company in Washington, DC is seeking a Principal Software Developer to join the GALE Support team. This role involves hands-on development involving large datasets, optimizing storage, and integrating APIs to enhance capabilities for the Department of Defense. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience, with a strong emphasis on Java and security clearance. The company values employee growth, recognition, and work-life balance, making it an attractive workplace for innovative professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5 to 8 years of experience required.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance mandatory.
• Proficiency in Java (11+) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Innovate and build on a large-scale codebase.
• Collaborate with customers on-site and remotely.
• Focus on technical development with minimal overhead.

Skills

Java

Spring (Boot/Framework/Security)

Git source control

Geospatial data

Streaming data expertise

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Tools

JavaFX

ETL processes

OpenGL

Ant

Eclipse

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? BigBear.ai is seeking a Principal Software Developer to join our GALE (Generic Area Limitation Environment) Support team. This is your chance to work on impactful projects that directly support the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Intelligence Community (IC). At BigBear.ai, we empower organizations to make sense of their data through cutting-edge technology, transforming massive volumes of structured and unstructured data into actionable insights every single day.

As one of the fastest-growing AI/ML companies in the industry, BigBear.ai is more than just a workplace; it’s a community of innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators. We prioritize growth, recognition, and work-life balance, ensuring our employees thrive both professionally and personally. If you’re looking for a role where your contributions truly matter, we’d love to hear from you!

What you will do

• Innovate and Build: Dive into hands‑on development on a large‑scale codebase, tackling tasks such as processing large datasets within the JavaFX framework, optimizing storage solutions, and integrating external APIs to deliver new features.
• Collaborate and Connect: Split your time between remote development and working on‑site with customers, ensuring your work has a direct impact.
• Focus on Engineering: Enjoy a role that prioritizes technical development with minimal administrative overhead or red tape.

What you need to have

Bachelor’s Degree and 5 to 8 years of experience; Master’s Degree and 3 to 6 years of experience; PhD and 0 to 3 years of experience (in lieu of Bachelor’s degree, 6 additional years of relevant experience)

• Clearance: Must maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance
• Proficiency in Java (11+) is preferred
• Experience with Spring (Boot/Framework/Security)
• Familiarity with Git source control

What we’d like you to have

• Additional Clearance: Active CI Polygraph.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Knowledge of JavaFX.
  • Geospatial data experience.
  • Background in math and algorithm creation.
  • Experience with Extract/Transform/Load (ETL) processes.
  • OpenGL experience.
  • Familiarity with Ant and Eclipse.
• Domain Knowledge:
  • Experience working within the DoD.
  • Streaming data expertise (ideally websocket‑based).
  • Event‑based programming knowledge.
  • Experience with microservices and gateways.
  • Proficiency in working with external APIs.

About BigBear.ai

Why Join BigBear.ai?

At BigBear.ai, we’re not just building software—we’re building solutions that make a difference. We believe in empowering our employees to grow, innovate, and succeed. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Growth Opportunities: We invest in your professional development, providing opportunities to learn, lead, and advance your career.
• Recognition: Your contributions are valued and celebrated. At BigBear.ai, you’re not just a number—you’re a vital part of our success.
• Work‑Life Balance: We understand the importance of balance and offer a supportive environment that allows you to thrive both at work and at home.
• Impactful Work: Be part of a team that tackles real‑world challenges, delivering solutions that matter to our customers and the nation.

If you’re ready to join a company that values your skills, fosters your growth, and challenges you to innovate, BigBear.ai is the place for you. Let’s build the future together!

BigBear.ai is a leading provider of AI‑powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. Customers and partners rely on BigBear.ai’s predictive analytics capabilities in highly complex, distributed, mission‑based operating environments. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, BigBear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI. For more information, visit https://bigbear.ai/ and follow BigBear.ai on LinkedIn: @BigBear.ai and X: @BigBearai.

BigBear.ai is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.