Senior Java & Kubernetes Engineer — Hybrid | Clearance

GRVTY; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

GRVTY in Maryland is seeking a Software Engineer - Kubernetes to design, build, and deliver robust software solutions. You’ll work with modern Java frameworks, Kubernetes tooling, and a collaborative team in a hybrid work model.

You will own end-to-end tasks from development to testing, mentor teammates, and lead initiatives in a fast-paced, hybrid environment with 1–2 days in Columbia, MD and client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Government Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship required.
• 9 years experience in Software Engineering; Bachelor’s plus 7 years with Masters; or 13 years with HS diploma.
• Experience building Kubernetes deployments using Helm and Flux.
• Strong Java software development experience.
• Experience designing enterprise APIs and RESTful web services.
• Experience with Microservices architecture and Agile software lifecycle.
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently or in a team.
• Experience with Linux and common CI/CD tooling (Git, Nexus, Maven).
• Demonstrated experience serving as a tech lead, mentor, or manager for engineering teams.
• Hybrid work: 1–2 days/week in Columbia, MD office or at a customer site.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement software capabilities primarily in Java.
• Develop and maintain Kubernetes deployments with Helm and Flux.
• Collaborate with engineers to deliver high-quality software on deadlines.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and lead engineering initiatives.
• Stay current with emerging tech and best practices in software development.

Skills

Java development

Kubernetes

Leadership

Testing

Troubleshooting

Clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Helm

Flux

Git

Maven

Nexus

Spring

Job description

GRVTY in Maryland is seeking a Software Engineer - Kubernetes to design, build, and deliver robust software solutions. You’ll work with modern Java frameworks, Kubernetes tooling, and a collaborative team in a hybrid work model.

You will own end-to-end tasks from development to testing, mentor teammates, and lead initiatives in a fast-paced, hybrid environment with 1–2 days in Columbia, MD and client sites as needed.