Software Engineer 2

Grvty; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 179,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

GRVTY is seeking an experienced backend Java developer for a position likely based in Fort Meade. You will leverage Java/JVM, REST APIs, Spring/Spring Boot, and Hibernate to design and implement scalable services.

The role emphasizes distributed systems, API design, CI/CD, automated tests, and strong collaboration within agile teams. DevOps experience with AWS, Terraform, Ansible, Docker, or Kubernetes is valued, along with a proven ability to support fast-paced federal contract solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of backend Java development (14+ years overall) in a team setting.
• Strong Java/JVM, REST APIs, Spring/Spring Boot, Hibernate, and SQL databases.
• Experience with Git, Linux/Unix, and Agile team practices including code reviews.
• Backend architecture, distributed systems, API design, CI/CD, automated testing, and TDD.
• DevOps experience with AWS, Terraform, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes or scripting.
• Experience supporting fast-paced client solutions and focus on growth.
• Active TS/SCI with polygraph.

Skills

Backend Java development

Java/JVM proficiency

REST APIs

Spring/Spring Boot

Agile teamwork

Code reviews & debugging

CI/CD & automated testing

Distributed systems design

Tools

Hibernate

relational databases

Git

Linux/Unix

AWS

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

What You Must Have

• 7+ years of backend Java development (14+ years overall)
• Strong Java/JVM, REST APIs, Spring/Spring Boot, Hibernate, relational database, Git, and Linux/Unix skills
• Agile team experience, including code reviews, debugging, problem solving, and technical collaboration
• Backend architecture, distributed systems, API design, CI/CD, automated testing, TDD, NoSQL, or frontend exposure
• DevOps experience with AWS, Terraform, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, or scripting
• Experience supporting fast-paced, complex client solutions and interest in long-term growth
• Active TS/SCI with polygraph

Pay Range:

At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications. We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

• The pay range for this position is: $179,000.00 - $209,000.00