Java Developer (Mid - SME Level)
Description
Java Developer – TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
Xcelerate Solutions is seeking a Java Developer to support the design, development, and maintenance of mission-critical systems within an Agile and DevOps framework. This position plays a key role in building scalable, secure, and high-performance backend microservices supporting customer operations and modernization initiatives. The Java Developer will contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements and design to coding, testing, and deployment, ensuring solutions meet mission and technical needs.
Security Clearance:
Top Secret / SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
Top Secret / SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
Location:
Bethesda, MD
Bethesda, MD
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance, scalable backend microservices using Java and the Spring Framework to meet customer information technology needs.
- Participate in and direct software programming initiatives, shaping backend architecture, mentoring team members, and conducting code reviews.
- Develop and direct software system validation and testing methods using JUnit and Katalon, integrating custom-developed software solutions that leverage automated deployment technologies.
- Develop, prototype, and deploy cloud-based solutions using commercial platform services (AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure).
- Conduct proof-of-concept, performance, and end-to-end testing to ensure systems meet mission-driven infrastructure and performance requirements.
- Support the Agile software development lifecycle and collaborate closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and technical team members to ensure user story alignment and implementation.
- Document and execute system software development and deployment, leveraging GitFlow, GitHub, Jenkins, and scripting languages such as Python and Bash.
- Apply software development best practices and standard operating procedures to deliver innovative, secure, and reliable technical solutions that support customer missions.
Minimum Requirements:
- Extensive experience with Agile methodologies, service-oriented architectures, and modern DevOps practices.
- Advanced proficiency with Java, the Spring Framework, and microservices architecture, including RESTful API implementation and integration with relational and NoSQL databases.
- Strong background in developing software that interfaces with data technologies such as Elasticsearch, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, Kafka, AWS SQS/SNS, AWS Lambda, and AWS S3.
- Proven experience integrating and delivering within DevOps toolsets and automated CI/CD pipelines.
- Direct experience with JUnit, Python, and Bash for performance testing and scripting in an Agile environment.
- Hands-on experience with commercial cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) and leveraging cloud data services (S3, RDS, EFS).
- Experience with version control systems and issue tracking systems to ensure collaboration, visibility, and quality.
- Education/Experience:
- High school diploma plus 8 - 20+ years of relevant experience
- Bachelor’s degree plus 4 – 10 years of relevant experience
- Master’s degree plus 4 - 15+ years of relevant experience
- Doctorate and 13+ years of relevant experience.
- Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.
About Xcelerate Solutions:
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA. Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by our dynamic workforce of versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that drive both individual and company success.
Our commitment to employees has been recognized by the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list and Great Place to Work® certification, with a 4.6-star rating and 99% CEO approval on Glassdoor. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the top DC Metro employers!
Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
Pay Transparency Notice:
Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing or disclosing their compensation.
Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing or disclosing their compensation.