Software Developer (TS/SCI CI Poly) (5303) (Chantilly, VA; Herndon, VA; Aurora, CO)

Space Programs; Aurora, Chantilly, Herndon (CO, VA, VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Programs is seeking a Software Developer to support national defense programs in a fast-paced, on-site role across Chantilly, Herndon, or Aurora. The candidate will join a team of engineers delivering Java-based RESTful services, containerized with Docker/Kubernetes, and deployed via Helm charts.

A TS/SCI CI Poly clearance is required, along with Security+ certification. Primary duties include collaborating with cross-functional teams to design new features, writing clean code, and

Qualifications

• Experience in Java development with SpringBoot, Mockito, Lombok and OpenAPI for RESTful services.
• Knowledge of containerized deployments using Docker and Kubernetes, Helm charts.
• Experience with issue tracking and project management tools like Jira.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deploy features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in Java.
• Utilize Git and Gradle for builds; manage deployments with Kubernetes and Helm.
• Troubleshoot and optimize performance; ensure security and compliance.
• Work with Jira for project tracking and status reporting.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

RESTful services

OpenAPI Swagger

Jira

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Gradle

Kafka

MongoDB

ActiveMQ

NiFi

Gitlab

Helm Charts

AWS (desirable)

Tools

Git

Gradle

Kafka

MongoDB

ActiveMQ

NiFi

Gitlab

Helm Charts

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Software Developer (TS/SCI CI Poly) (5303) (Chantilly, VA; Herndon, VA; Aurora, CO)

Aurora, CO; Chantilly, VA; Herndon, VA

SMX has an immediate opportunity for a Software Developer who is excited to apply their talents to our customer's challenging project and one who will thrive in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is a recognized professional with hands‑on expertise and an excellent understanding of engineering processes supporting large, National Defense, Agile software development programs. With a team of system and software engineers in a fast‑paced environment you will be an integral part of Intel Community programs.

This role is on site Monday - Friday in either Chantilly, VA, Herndon, VA or Aurora, CO. This position requires the Security+ certification and an active TS/SCI CI Poly clearance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deploy features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in Java Utilize Gitlab, Gitlab Runner, Docker, Kubernetes and Helm Charts for deployments.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure optimal performance.
• Utilize Jira for project management and tracking.
• Apply standards and protocols to ensure compliance and security.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Clearance: TS/SCI CI Polygraph
• On site support Monday - Friday in Chantilly, VA, Herndon, VA or Aurora, CO
• Security+ certification
• Experience in Java development utilizing various libraries such as SpringBoot, Mockito, Lombok, OpenAPI (Swagger) and other similar libraries developing RESTFul services.
• The software application I is managed through Git and built using gradle.
• Other third‑party applications that are utilized is Kafka, MongoDB, ActiveMQ and/or NiFi.
• Applications are containerized and deployed to a Kubernetes cluster using Helm Charts.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experiences with Amazon Web Services (AWS) is also desired.