Software Engineer SME - TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics - IT; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Health and wellness packages

Internal mobility team

Job summary

General Dynamics IT in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Software Engineer SME to design, implement, and manage scalable applications. You will work with our development team to build reusable UI components, optimize UI performance and ensure accessibility.

The role requires 15+ years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related technical field. You will contribute to frontend and backend frameworks, RESTful API development, and Agile processes while collaborating across teams to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of professional software development experience.
• Solid hands-on experience with Java, TypeScript/JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage frontend and/or backend frameworks and technologies.
• Build reusable UI components, optimize UI performance, and ensure accessibility.
• Develop RESTful APIs and backend services; collaborate in an Agile environment.

Skills

Java

TypeScript/JavaScript

HTML/CSS

Spring Boot

Hibernate/JPA

Vue/React/Angular

SQL

Git/GitHub/GitLab

RESTful APIs

Agile

Cloud (AWS)

Kubernetes

Linux/Windows scripting

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Git

Gradle

Maven

Jenkins

ServiceNow

Oracle SQL

Kubernetes

AWS

Job description

GDIT is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day.

We think. We act. We deliver. There is no challenge that we can’t turn into opportunity.

And our work depends on a Software Engineer (SME) joining our team to support Government activities at Chantilly, VA. GDIT is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join our team of building scalable, maintainable and high-performance applications.

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing application frontend and/or backend framework and technologies.

You will work closely with our development team to build reusable UI components, optimize UI performance and ensure accessibility. Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Software Engineer SME. At GDIT, people are our differentiator; as a Software Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Bring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT.

A Software Engineer SME must have:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience.
• Experience: 15+ years
• Required skills: Hands‑on experience developing web or client/server applications using Java, TypeScript/JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
• Practical experience with Spring Boot and Hibernate/JPA
• Comfort upgrading older versions of Spring Boot and Hibernate/JPA to more current releases
• Experience working with modern frontend frameworks such as Vue, React, or Angular
• Strong skills in database design and writing SQL (Oracle experience is a plus)
• Familiarity with Git-based version control tools (GitHub, GitLab, etc.)
• Experience building RESTful APIs and backend services
• Previous work in an Agile development environment
• Ability to plan and coordinate technical activities and contribute to both short‑and long‑term solution roadmaps
• A knack for evaluating new technologies and understanding how upcoming changes may impact existing systems
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of new and ongoing initiatives
• Experience collaborating across teams to ensure technical solutions are integrated effectively and delivered on schedule
• Location: Chantily, VA (On Customer Site)
• Desired skills: Experience with Linux or Windows environments and shell scripting
• Exposure to AWS or other cloud platforms
• Familiarity with build and automation tools like Gradle, Maven, or Jenkins
• Experience with testing frameworks such as JUnit or Cypress
• Knowledge of ServiceNow
• Familiarity with Kubernetes
• US Citizenship Required

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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