Senior Full Stack Java Developer

Caribou Thunder

Omaha (NE)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 117,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible PTO

Education reimbursement

Military leave support

Work–life balance

Job summary

Caribou Thunder is seeking a Senior Full Stack Java Developer to lead secure full stack development on mission-critical DoD systems in Omaha, NE.

You will architect enterprise Java web applications, integrate classified DoD infrastructure, and mentor teammates while enforcing secure coding and SDLC practices in Agile environments. This role requires active Interim Top Secret clearance and a track record of delivering under strict cybersecurity controls.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree + 10 years experience in CS/Engineering.
Active Interim Top-Secret clearance required.
Full stack development with Java, JavaScript, HTML and CSS.
Experience in secure DoD or classified environments.

Responsibilities

Architect, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade Java web apps.
Integrate classified DoD infrastructure for secure connectivity.
Lead secure SDLC, secure coding practices, and code reviews.
Mentor junior developers in Agile/Scrum teams.
Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems engineering, and DevSecOps groups.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

HTML/CSS

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS or Engineering

Tools

GitLab CI/CD

WebLogic

Nexus Repository

Fortify

SonarQube

Job description

Senior Full Stack Java Developer

$90,000–$117,000 | Omaha, NE | Interim Top Secret Clearance Required

Drive the future of defense innovation—lead secure full stack development on mission-critical systems for the Department of Defense.

A Day in the Life – What You’ll Do

Architect, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade Java-based web applications with rich front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Integrate classified DoD infrastructure to ensure secure connectivity and data flow across systems
Manage databases and backend logic for high performance, scalability, and cybersecurity compliance
Apply and lead secure coding practices aligned with DoD cybersecurity standards
Lead Selenium-based automated testing, conduct peer code reviews, and mentor junior developers
Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems engineering, and DevSecOps teams to transform mission requirements into secure software solutions
Document system architecture, workflows, and audit-traceable development processes

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree + 10 years in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Active Interim Top-Secret clearance required
Full stack development using Java, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
Building, deploying, and maintaining web applications in DoD or secure classified environments
Utilizing GitLab CI/CD, WebLogic, and Nexus Repository for secure code delivery
Implementing cybersecurity with Fortify, SonarQube, and DoD software compliance
Selenium for automated UI and regression testing
Strong leadership and mentoring ability within Agile/Scrum teams
Proficient in secure SDLC practices, configuration management, and technical documentation

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Kubernetes orchestration, containerization, and Helm/Helm Charts
Deep proficiency in GitLab DevOps pipeline automation
Familiarity with static code analysis, vulnerability remediation, and WebLogic Java deployments
Leadership in Agile/Scrum environments, technical mentorship, and secure code reviews
Background or familiarity with AI/ML technologies and their integration into web services
TS/SCI clearance strongly preferred

Who is Caribou Thunder?

Caribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of War and its mission partners.

35+ states and 20+ countries. We’ve delivered trusted solutions for over two decades — strengthening national readiness across missions on land, undersea, in the air, and throughout LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space.

Our engineers and innovators ensure capability from sea floor to space frontier — delivering on time, maintaining compliance, and performing with precision in high-consequence environments.

We specialize in Engineering Services, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Modeling & Simulation, Digital Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence — disciplines powering the nation’s most complex technical missions.