Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) Developer

Accenture Federal Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 86,400 - 176,200; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services in Washington, D.C. is looking for a Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) Developer to support a mission-critical Department of Defense (DoD) client. The role involves designing and maintaining SOA applications and coordinating across teams to meet integration requirements. Candidates should have a BS/BA and at least 4 years of experience with Oracle SOA Suite components and Agile methodologies. An active Secret Clearance is required for this position, which offers a competitive salary range between $86,400 to $176,200 USD.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands‑on experience with Oracle SOA Suite and service‑oriented integration development.
• 4+ years’ experience working in Agile development environments.
• Must have an active Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain SOA composite applications.
• Collaborate to translate functional requirements into technical designs.
• Produce technical documentation and ensure compliance with federal standards.
• Conduct support system interface troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis.

Skills

Proficiency with XML

Proficiency with XSD

Proficiency with WSDL

Proficiency with XSLT

Strong troubleshooting skills

Experience with Java

Experience with PL/SQL

Experience in Agile development

Education

BS/BA

Tools

Oracle SOA Suite

BPEL

Oracle Service Bus

Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands‑on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

The Work:

Accenture Federal Services (AFS) is seeking a Service‑Oriented Architecture (SOA) Developer to support a mission‑critical Department of Defense (DoD) client. This role supports large‑scale systems integration and modernization activities leveraging Oracle technologies, middleware, and enterprise integration platforms. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience building SOA‑based integrations, supporting enterprise applications, and working within Agile teams delivering secure, reliable, and scalable technical solutions for defense missions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain SOA composite applications including BPEL processes, Mediator services, ESB integrations, Oracle Service Bus (OSB) and SOAP/REST services using Oracle SOA Suite components.
• Develop integration solutions supporting logistics, supply chain, and enterprise business operations for a DoD environment.
• Collaborate with analysts, developers, and testers to translate functional requirements into technical design and integration patterns. Technical Delivery & Support – Support system interface troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and integration defect resolution across Oracle EBS and associated middleware platforms, aligning with the systems integration.
• Participate in code reviews, integration validations, and release readiness activities.
• Contribute to technical design sessions, system walkthroughs, and solution refinement discussions. Quality, Documentation & Compliance.
• Produce technical documentation, mapping specs, and test evidence following AFS and DoD client standards.
• Ensure all development aligns with federal cybersecurity, configuration management, and quality assurance requirements.
• Maintain compliance with data handling and security policies appropriate for DoD environments.

Here’s What You Need:

• BS/BA.
• 4+ years of hands‑on experience with Oracle SOA Suite (BPEL, Mediator, OSB/ESB) and service‑oriented integration development.
• Proficiency with XML, XSD, WSDL, XSLT, and Web Services.
• 4+ years' experience with Java, PL/SQL, or similar technologies supporting enterprise integration.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, including the ability to analyze logs, payloads, and service flows.
• 4+ years’ experience working in Agile development environments.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience with configuring and implementing Oracle B2B including experience with Document Editor to create Guideline Files, Definitions, Configure Trading Partners, and B2B Agreements.
• Experience delivering integrations for defense, federal, or other regulated environments.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps platforms, automated testing tools, or Oracle Cloud technologies.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.

Eligibility Requirements:

US – Citizen.

Security Clearance:

Must have an active Secret Clearance.

Compensation Range:

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is: $86,400—$176,200 USD.

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.

Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an affirmative action employer for veterans and individuals with disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service members.

Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.

Other Employment Statements: Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States. Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the company's legal duty to furnish information.

California requires additional notifications for applicants and employees. If you are a California resident, live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position, please review additional important information.