Senior Java Developer

CACI; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Senior Java Developer to design and implement scalable Java applications and lead code reviews. You will mentor junior developers, collaborate with product owners, and ensure robust, maintainable solutions.

The role requires 7+ years of Java experience, a TS/SCI clearance with poly, and expertise in Spring, Hibernate, RESTful services, and CI/CD pipelines. Location flexibility within secure facilities is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Must hold a current TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph (7 years or less).
• 7+ years of professional Java development experience.
• Proven track record delivering enterprise-level Java projects.
• Experience with Java Swing, Gradle, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and architecture of scalable Java applications.
• Develop strategic vision and product development roadmaps.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product owners and designers.
• Mentor junior and mid-level developers and conduct code reviews.
• Investigate complex issues and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices.

Skills

Java

Java Swing

Software Architecture

Spring Framework

Hibernate

RESTful Web Services

SOAP

Gradle

Maven

CI/CD

Databases

MongoDB

Cassandra

Docker

Kubernetes

Linux

Security

Leadership & Mentoring

TS/SCI Clearance

7+ years Java experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Software Eng

Tools

Spring Boot

Java EE

Web Services (REST/SOAP)

GitLab

Artifactory

Jira/Confluence

Job description

Job Title: Senior Java DeveloperJob Category: Information TechnologyTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with PolygraphEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: LocalAnticipated Posting End: 10/3/2026

The Opportunity:

• Contribute to the design and architecture of scalable and robust Java applications via best practices and industry standards


• Develop strategic vision and product development roadmaps


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product owners, designers, and other developers


• Mentor and provide guidance to junior and mid-level developers, fostering their professional growth


• Conduct code reviews to maintain code quality, performance, and maintainability


• Investigate and resolve complex technical issues, identifying opportunities for optimization and enhancement


• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business objectives and provide technical expertise and solutions


• Stay up to date with emerging technologies, and industry advancements, sharing knowledge and best practices

Responsibilities:

• Java Development Experience: In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in Java programming language, including advanced topics such as design patterns, data structures, and algorithms.


• Proficiency in developing graphical user interfaces (GUIs) using Java Swing, including experience with layout managers, event handling, and custom components


• Software Architecture and Design: Strong understanding of software architecture principles, ability to design scalable and maintainable solutions, and proficiency in applying architectural patterns


• Frameworks and Technologies: Expertise in Java frameworks like Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, Java EE plus experience with related technologies like Web Services (RESTful and SOAP), messaging frameworks, and caching mechanisms


• Build Tools Experience: Experience with Gradle and Maven for project build automation, dependency management, and plugin configuration.


• DevOps Practices: Experience setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in GitLab, including configuration of build, test, and deployment stages.


• Database Integration and Performance Optimization: Proficiency in working with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra), writing efficient SQL queries, and optimizing database performance


• Containerization: Proven experience with containerization platforms (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes) and designing/implementing containerized architectures


• Knowledge of and experience using Linux


• Security practices and familiarity with authentication, authorization, and encryption mechanisms

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field or equivalent work experience. Demonstrated experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.


• Must hold a current Top Secret Security Clearance (TS/SCI) with a recent (7 years or less) polygraph


• 7+ years of professional experience in Java development or related roles


• Proven track record of delivering complex, enterprise-level Java projects


• Experience with Java, Java Swing, Gradle, and CI/CD Pipelines.


• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

Desired:

• Experience with bit level manipulation and visualization


• Artifactory Familiarity: Familiarity with Artifactory for managing and distributing binary artifacts, including repository setup, artifact promotion, and integration with build tools and CI/CD pipelines.


• Agile Methodologies: Experience working in Agile development environments, using methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban, and familiarity with related tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence)

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$90,300-$189,600

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.