Senior Java Application Developer

Dev Technology Group, Inc.; Tysons (VA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework options

Tuition reimbursement

401K with matching

Job summary

Dev Technology Group is seeking a Senior Application Developer to support an Operations and Maintenance program delivering enhancements across multiple web-based applications for a government customer. You will work with the PM, leads, and stakeholders to intake user stories and deliver high-quality production solutions.

The role involves independently managing complex tasks, contributing to technical design, mentoring peers, and guiding junior team members in a fast-paced, mission-focused

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field with 5+ years in Enterprise IT, or 7+ years without a degree.
• Experience with Java web applications and related frameworks.
• Experience with Spring Framework.
• Legacy Java JSP/MVC-based applications.
• Experience with Oracle or PostgreSQL databases.
• Experience writing automated unit tests.
• Experience in CI/CD environments with Git, Jenkins, SonarQube.
• Understanding of DevSecOps and secure coding practices.
• Experience delivering software using Agile Scrum/Kanban via Jira.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, code, review, and test customer-prioritized enhancements.
• Independently manage complex development tasks from intake to delivery.
• Mentor peers on problem-solving, design, code quality, and processes.
• Collaborate with leadership, team members, and stakeholders to clarify requirements.
• Engage with Agile ceremonies, Jira management, blockers, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and on time for sprints/releases.

Skills

Java web apps

Spring Framework

JSP/MVC

Relational databases

Automated unit tests

CI/CD

DevSecOps

Agile Scrum/Kanban

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science/engineering or related field

Tools

Git

Jenkins

SonarQube

Jira

Job description

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week on site in Tysons Corner, VA

Clearance

U.S. Citizenship is required; must be able to obtain an ICE Public Trust clearance

Summary

Dev Technology Group is seeking a Senior Application Developer to support an Operations and Maintenance program that delivers enhancements and functionality across multiple web-based applications for a dynamic government customer. In this role, the Senior Application Developer will work closely with the Project Manager, Development Leads, incumbent team members, and customer stakeholders to intake customer-prioritized user stories and deliver high-quality solutions to production. The senior developer will be expected to independently manage complex development tasks, contribute to technical design and implementation, support peer developers, and help guide more junior team members. The ideal candidate will bring strong application development experience, sound technical judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment. This is an excellent opportunity to support mission-critical systems that provide direct value to end users and federal government customers.

What You'll Be Doing

• Analyze, design, code, review, and test customer-prioritized correctives and enhancements
• Independently manage complex development tasks from intake through delivery
• Provide peer support and mentorship to other developers, including guidance on problem-solving, design, code quality, and process improvements
• Collaborate with project leadership, team members, and customer stakeholders to clarify requirements and deliver effective solutions
• Actively engage with the Agile team through sprint ceremonies, Jira issue management, blocker resolution, and continuous improvement efforts
• Ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and on time to support sprint and release timelines

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field with five (5) or more years of relevant experience in an Enterprise IT environment OR in lieu of a degree seven(7)or more years of relevant experience in an Enterprise ITenvironment
• Java web applications and associated frameworks
• Spring Framework
• Legacy Java Server Pages and MVC-based application models
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL)
• Experience writing and executing automated unit tests
• Experience in an automated development environment, using CI/CD tools such as Git, Jenkins, or SonarQube
• Understanding of DevSecOps and secure code practices
• Experience with software delivery using the Agile Scrum or Kanbanmethodologyvia Jira
• Excellent communication skills(both verbal and written) plus activelistening skillsto collaborate with a large cross-functional team

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer or Solutions Architect)
• Understanding of Section 508 accessibility and compliance
• Experience developing in and deploying to the AWS Cloud environment
• Experience with Serverless, AWS Lambda, Micro Frontend, Micro Backend services
• Experience with IBM MQ, Amazon MQ, or ActiveMQ
• Experience with Node.js or Python
• Experience working on a federal government project
• Experience using agentic AI tools such as Claude Code

Our estimated salary range for this position is $100,000 - $145,000, this presented salary range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Offered salary is based on experience, geographic location, and possibly contractual requirements as appropriate to the role. *Salary could fall outside of this range.

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Location

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week on site in Tysons Corner, VA

Clearance

U.S. Citizenship is required; must be able to obtain an ICE Public Trust clearance

Summary

Dev Technology Group is seeking a Senior Application Developer to support an Operations and Maintenance program that delivers enhancements and functionality across multiple web-based applications for a dynamic government customer. In this role, the Senior Application Developer will work closely with the Project Manager, Development Leads, incumbent team members, and customer stakeholders to intake customer-prioritized user stories and deliver high-quality solutions to production. The senior developer will be expected to independently manage complex development tasks, contribute to technical design and implementation, support peer developers, and help guide more junior team members. The ideal candidate will bring strong application development experience, sound technical judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment. This is an excellent opportunity to support mission-critical systems that provide direct value to end users and federal government customers.

What You'll Be Doing

• Analyze, design, code, review, and test customer-prioritized correctives and enhancements
• Independently manage complex development tasks from intake through delivery
• Provide peer support and mentorship to other developers, including guidance on problem-solving, design, code quality, and process improvements
• Collaborate with project leadership, team members, and customer stakeholders to clarify requirements and deliver effective solutions
• Actively engage with the Agile team through sprint ceremonies, Jira issue management, blocker resolution, and continuous improvement efforts
• Ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and on time to support sprint and release timelines

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field with five (5) or more years of relevant experience in an Enterprise IT environment OR in lieu of a degree seven(7)or more years of relevant experience in an Enterprise ITenvironment
• Java web applications and associated frameworks
• Spring Framework
• Legacy Java Server Pages and MVC-based application models
• JavaScript and/or JavaScript frameworks, such as Angular
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL)
• Experience writing and executing automated unit tests
• Experience in an automated development environment, using CI/CD tools such as Git, Jenkins, or SonarQube
• Understanding of DevSecOps and secure code practices
• Experience with software delivery using the Agile Scrum or Kanbanmethodologyvia Jira
• Excellent communication skills(both verbal and written) plus activelistening skillsto collaborate with a large cross-functional team

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer or Solutions Architect)
• Understanding of Section 508 accessibility and compliance
• Experience developing in and deploying to the AWS Cloud environment
• Experience with Serverless, AWS Lambda, Micro Frontend, Micro Backend services
• Experience with IBM MQ, Amazon MQ, or ActiveMQ
• Experience with Node.js or Python
• Experience working on a federal government project
• Experience using agentic AI tools such as Claude Code

Our estimated salary range for this position is $100,000 - $145,000, this presented salary range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Offered salary is based on experience, geographic location, and possibly contractual requirements as appropriate to the role. *Salary could fall outside of this range.

Who We Are

Dev Technology is a growing IT company with an employee-centric culture that works on mission-critical projects for the federal government. We partner with our federal customers to deliver technology services and solutions, and to drive our client’s missions forward through innovation. We use Agile and DevSecOps principles to provide services including application development, biometrics and identity management, cloud and infrastructure optimization, IT and legacy modernization, and data management.

As a Washington Post Top Workplace award winner for the past THIRTEEN years in a row, the Top Workplaces USA for the past five years, and a recipient of the Companies As Responsive Employers (CARE) Award for the past six years, Dev Technology employees enjoy:

• Generous and flexible time-off policy
• Flexible work schedules and telework options, including remote work availability for eligible projects
• Career development opportunities including a mentorship program, technical and management training through Dev University, hands-on learning through DevLab, tuition reimbursement, and paid training opportunities
• Industry-leading benefits including a choice of two health plans that include dental and vision, flexible spending account, commuter benefits, life insurance, and more
• 401K matching with a 5% matching contribution
• Regular team and company social events including our annual party, happy hours, fitness challenges, and more
• A focus on community engagement including company wide support activities, employer match for donations, and time off for volunteer efforts
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Dev Technology Group operates in the following states: AL, AR, AZ, CO, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, MD, MA, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NJ, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV.