Senior Application Developer

GovCIO; Merrifield (VA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking a Senior Application Developer with an active Secret clearance to design, build, and modify application software using Java, ColdFusion, JavaScript, and C#. This hybrid position will be located in Fairfax, VA.

You will collaborate with system architects, cybersecurity teams, and government stakeholders to implement mission-critical features, integrate with APIs and CDS policies, and support modern, containerized Java applications in cloud environments via CI/CD pipelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of experience on large integrated projects and 5+ years in Java development.
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain DEA suitability.
• Experience with Java SE/EE, Spring Boot, RESTful services and secure coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and modify applications using Java, ColdFusion, JavaScript, and C#.
• Implement design patterns and integrate with APIs and data repositories.
• Develop secure, cloud-native, containerized Java apps and CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with architects, cybersecurity, and stakeholders for mission-critical features.
• Perform unit and integration testing and support automated deployments.
• Ensure cross-domain data exchange complies with federal standards.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

RESTful services

CI/CD

Git

Maven/Gradle

Docker

Kubernetes

Secure coding

Cross-domain compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab CI

AWS GovCloud

Azure Government

Job description

GovCIO is currently hiring a highly skilled Senior Application Developer with an active Secret clearance to design, build, and modify application software using programming languages such as Java, ColdFusion, JavaScript, and C#. This position will be located in Fairfax, VA and will be a hybridposition.

Responsibilities

• Implement multiple design patterns.
• Integrate COTS products, use APIs, interact with data repositories, cross-domain solutions, and manage system interfaces.
• Manage legacy code and/or develop new code using container technologies.
• Develop and execute unit tests to verify code meets functional requirements.
• Resolve integration issues, vulnerabilities, and functional defects.
• Develop and maintain secure, scalable Java applications supporting cross-domain data exchange in compliance with federal standards.
• Collaborate with system architects, cybersecurity teams, and government stakeholders to implement mission-critical features.
• Integrate with enterprise services and APIs, ensuring secure communication across multiple classification levels.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning, backlog grooming, and technical reviews.
• Write clean, well-documented code that adheres to federal security and software development lifecycle (SDLC) guidelines.
• Support modernization efforts by refactoring legacy systems into cloud-native, containerized Java applications.
• Conduct unit and integration testing and assist in automated deployment using CI/CD pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across development, staging, and production environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure interoperability, data integrity, and compliance with cross-domain solution (CDS) policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with 12+ years of experience with large integrated projects and 5+ years of professional experience in Java development, preferably in federal or defense contracting environments. (or commensurate experience).
• Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and hold DEA suitability.
• Strong knowledge of Java SE/EE, Spring Boot, and RESTful services.
• Familiarity with cross-domain solution architectures, data labeling, and secure data transfer protocols.
• Experience working in secure environments, preferably within the DOJ, and understanding of FISMA, NIST, or RMF compliance.
• Proficiency with build tools (Maven/Gradle), version control (Git), and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Exposure to containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government).
• Understanding of secure coding practices and experience with static/dynamic code analysis tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or within a cross-functional Agile team.

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Posted Salary Range

USD $135,000.00 - USD $165,000.00 /Yr.