Top Secret Java Developer/Hybrid/Ashburn/$120k

Motion Recruitment Partners LLC; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

Generous PTO

401(k) with Employer Match

Job summary

Motion Recruitment Partners LLC is seeking two Java Developers to support a critical CBP initiative in Ashburn, VA. The role is hybrid, requiring onsite attendance 1-2 days per week, with opportunities to work on enterprise-scale applications in a federal environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of Java experience, strong Spring/Spring Boot skills, and a track record delivering robust APIs and services. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is key in this mission-critical effort.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong experience with Java and object-oriented programming principles.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and related technologies.
• Experience developing, testing, and deploying enterprise-scale applications.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and web services.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance Java-based applications.
• Build and maintain APIs, services, and integrations.
• Collaborate with architects, product owners, and development teams.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and sprint planning activities.
• Conduct testing, debugging, performance tuning, and application support.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Spring Boot

REST APIs

SQL databases

Agile SDLC

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

A leading provider of IT consulting services is seeking two Java Developers to support a critical initiative with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). This opportunity is ideal for experienced software engineers who are passionate about building and modernizing enterprise applications that help government agencies respond to evolving business and technology challenges. This is a hybrid position based in Ashburn, VA, requiring onsite attendance 1-2 days per week.

This role offers the chance to work on mission-critical applications that support national security and border protection operations. The organization is looking for developers with strong Java expertise and experience building scalable, secure, and maintainable applications using modern frameworks and development practices. Candidates will have the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, influence technical solutions, and contribute to modernization efforts within a dynamic federal environment.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of professional software development experience
• Strong experience with Java and object-oriented programming principles
• Hands-on experience with Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and related technologies
• Experience developing, testing, and deploying enterprise-scale applications
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and web services
• Experience working with relational databases and SQL
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies and Agile development practices
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desired Skills & Experience

• Active Top Secret (TS) clearance preferred
• Existing DHS clearance strongly preferred
• Experience with Angular, React, and/or TypeScript for front-end development
• Experience working in federal government or DHS environments
• Knowledge of cloud technologies and containerization tools such as Docker or Kubernetes
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Familiarity with security-focused application development and secure coding standards
• Experience integrating front-end and back-end systems in enterprise environments

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• 70% Java / Spring Development
• 15% Front-End Development (Angular, React, TypeScript)
• 10% API Integration & System Modernization
• 5% Documentation, Testing & Code Reviews

Daily Responsibilities

• 40% Design, develop, and enhance Java-based applications
• 25% Build and maintain APIs, services, and integrations
• 15% Collaborate with architects, product owners, and development teams
• 10% Participate in Agile ceremonies and sprint planning activities
• 10% Conduct testing, debugging, performance tuning, and application support

The Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and clearance status
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Generous PTO
• 401(K) with employer match