Software Developer (Java) - TS/SCI w/Poly

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT); McLean (VA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) seeks a Software Developer SME to ensure the safety and security of the nation by delivering actionable intelligence through cutting-edge software projects. You will work on FMV systems, advance to modern tech, and contribute across Java, React, and API-driven microservices in a classified environment.

The role requires active TS/SCI with Poly, and a strong background in Java, JavaScript frameworks, SQL/NoSQL, and containerized deployments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience.
• Active TS/SCI with SCI Poly clearance is required.
• Experience with full-stack Java/JS environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support motion imagery software systems.
• Upgrade to cutting-edge technologies in FMV programs.
• Design and implement microservice-based architectures and APIs.

Skills

Java

JavaScript/React/Redux

SQL/NoSQL/Graph

Microservices API (gRPC/REST)

Docker/Kubernetes

NodeJS/JBoss

REST API design

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Software Engineering

Skills:

Application Development,Java Software Development,Structured Query Language (SQL) Development

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Ensure the safety and security of our nation as a Software Developer SME at GDIT. You’ll apply the latest technology and provide operational support to deliver actionable intelligence for the Intelligence Community.

Our work depends on a Software Developer joining our team to support the development of systems and capabilities centered on our comprehensive motion imagery software suite. The Software Developer will focus on ensuring the mission is met while upgrading to cutting-edge technologies in full motion video (FMV) of the programs technical vision.

HOW SOFTWARE DEVELOPERS WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• The position requires an active TS/SCI with SCI Poly clearance
• 10+ years of relevant experience

By using the following general language skillsets:

• Java (AOP, IOC)
• Javascript, React/Redux, AngularJS
• SQL, NoSQL, Graph
• C+And applying the general required concepts:
• Experienced in Microservice API development and integration (gRPC/REST)
• Deploy micro and macro services in NodeJS or JBoss
• Manage communication endpoints in gRPC or REST
• REST based service level integration, API negotiation, Threading and Load Balancing
• Heavily use ETL concepts and engines to decouple solutions
• Creating and maintaining orchestration templates, modifying templates provided from unclassified teams into classified space
• GraphDB, SQL and NoSQL data modeling / visualization / querying
• MS SQL Server, OmniSci, Accumulo/Hadoop preferred
• Reactive application development in a web browser –
• Write and manage large applications in React/Redux, rxJS, Reactive Streams
• Manage and bug triage legacy applications in AngularJS
• Debug and troubleshoot applications in customer space
• Applications range from Java to C++ at priority determined by customer
• Leverage messaging engines and HA clusters
• Kafka streams/ KsqlDB
• Use and manage containers and orchestration such as: Docker/Kubernetes
• Creating containers, deploying containers, managing container orchestration
• Managing scalability of deployed software products
• Proven problem-solving skills in complex environments
• Location: At Customer Site - near Tysons Corner

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Skilled at applying and executing highly advanced technologies, principles, theories and concepts
• Willing to learn in one discipline/field and developing working knowledge in adjacent disciplines/fields
• Proficient understanding and application of engineering principles, concepts, practices, and standards
• Use JIRA to manage daily, sprint, and increment metrics, performance, and backlogs
• Experience developing within an Agile framework; Sprints, Demonstrations, Scrum
• Demonstrated ability to communicate issues, impacts, and corrective actions
• Demonstrated ability to easily and effectively communicate project topics to a diverse audience
• Demonstrated ability to clearly report relevant information
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate technology, process, and skill needs

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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The likely salary range for this position is $170,000 - $230,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

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