Top Secret Java Software Engineer - Level 2/3, Aurora

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 91,800 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector in Aurora, CO seeks a Software Engineer (Level 2/3) to design, develop, and maintain robust Java applications. You’ll work on an Agile team, delivering two‑week sprints for three‑month increments, focusing on scalable, high‑performance software aligned with program requirements.

The role requires a Top‑Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, strong Java knowledge, and experience with RESTful APIs, microservices, and SQL/NoSQL databases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science with 2+ years of software development experience; 0+ years with a Master’s; or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Active Top‑Secret clearance with SCI eligibility at time of application.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Thorough understanding of the Java Programming Language.
• Familiarity with version control using Git and workflows on GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket.
• Demonstrated success with Agile processes.
• Experience integrating with SQL and/or NoSQL databases.
• Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust Java applications that meet business requirements.
• Work on an Agile team, delivering in 2‑week sprints with 3‑month increments.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure high‑performing, scalable solutions.

Skills

Java

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Git

Agile processes

SQL/NoSQL

SDLC

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Tools

GitHub

GitLab

Bitbucket

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector in Aurora, CO seeks a Software Engineer (Level 2/3) to design, develop, and maintain robust Java applications. You’ll work on an Agile team, delivering two‑week sprints for three‑month increments, focusing on scalable, high‑performance software aligned with program requirements.

The role requires a Top‑Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, strong Java knowledge, and experience with RESTful APIs, microservices, and SQL/NoSQL databases.