Software Engineer (Java/Terraform)

RIVA Solutions, Inc.; Great Falls Crossing (VA); Remote; USD 114,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is looking for a Java Cloud Engineer to support backend development for a government project. Candidates should have strong skills in Java, Spring Boot, and AWS environments, with a focus on building high-performing, cloud-native applications while ensuring compliance with accessibility standards. This full-time position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid Time Off / Sick Leave

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Retirement Benefits / 401K with company matching

Wellness Program Initiatives

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience with Java development.
• Experience in infrastructure as code with Terraform.
• Familiar with containerization technologies and CI/CD tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain scalable Java applications.
• Manage infrastructure using Terraform.
• Develop CI/CD pipelines and ensure code quality.

Skills

Proficiency in Java 11+

Knowledge of Spring Boot

Experience with AWS cloud services

Hands-on experience with Terraform

Strong testing background (JUnit, Mockito)

Education

BA/BS degree or higher

Tools

Terraform

AWS ECS

GitLab

SonarQube

Job description

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Description

Title: Java Cloud Engineer

Location: Remote

Terms: Full-time

Clearance: Public Trust

Travel: 0-20%

Education: BA/BS degree and 5 years of experience or MA/MS degree or higher and 3 years of experience

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Project Description

The Patent Trial and Appeal Case Tracking System (P-TACTS) is a system designed for the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (Board) for the purpose of electronically filing documents in connection with the Inter Partes Disputes established under the Leahy-Smith America Invents Act (AIA).

Position Overview

RIVA Solutions is actively seeking a Java Cloud Engineer to support backend development on the P-TACTS program. This role is central to designing and building scalable, secure, and high-performing applications using Java 11+, Spring Boot, and cloud-native technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in containerized cloud environments, infrastructure as code, and automated CI/CD pipelines.

Core Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable Java applications, emphasizing architecture best practices and performance optimization.
• Leverage the Spring ecosystem (Spring Core, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud) for developing cloud-native microservices.
• Architect and manage infrastructure as code using Terraform to ensure consistency and automation in cloud deployments.
• Build and deploy applications in containerized environments using AWS ECS, AWS Fargate, and Kubernetes.
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines with GitLab and maintain code quality with SonarQube.
• Implement TDD and BDD practices using tools such as JUnit, Mockito, Cucumber, and Spock.
• Ensure compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards throughout the development lifecycle.
• Create secure, efficient RESTful APIs and manage source control with Git.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in Agile ceremonies.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Proficiency in Java 11+ and object-oriented programming principles.
• Strong knowledge of Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and related frameworks.
• Experience with AWS cloud services and containerization technologies (ECS, Fargate, Kubernetes).
• Hands-on experience with Terraform for infrastructure provisioning.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and processes (GitLab, SonarQube).
• Solid understanding of API development and integration.
• Experience with source control systems, especially Git.
• Understanding of front-end technologies such as Angular is a plus.
• Strong testing background using JUnit, Mockito, and BDD frameworks.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supporting federal systems or the USPTO is a plus.
  
  
  

Salary

Up to $135,000K a year DOE

RIVA Benefits

• Paid Time Off / Sick Leave
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Benefits / 401K with company matching
• HSA/FSA Spending Accounts
• Long- and short-term disability
• Pet Insurance
• Wellness Program Initiatives
• RIVA Flex
• Additional Workplace Benefits
  
  
  

RIVA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please email [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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