Agile Developer, Cyber & Data Resilience

Kroll • Washington, DC

9h • Onsite

About The Position

EmergeATS is seeking a senior Agile Developer (Microservices) to support a Lockheed Martin program modernizing a legacy operational system using a microservices-based architecture and cutting-edge technologies. This position requires a seasoned software developer with deep expertise in Java Spring Boot, Python, and AWS-native services, operating within an on-site SCIF environment at Fort Meade, MD. The developer will design, build, and deliver microservice applications through Agile methodologies, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver mission-critical capabilities on classified networks. Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance with FS Polygraph. This role requires 12+ years of professional software development experience, with demonstrated proficiency in microservices architecture, REST API development, and cloud-native AWS technologies. This position requires direct employment with EmergeATS (Kroll subsidiary). No sub-to-sub arrangements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or 4+ additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree).
• 12+ years of professional software development experience, including microservices architecture and cloud-native development in DoD/IC classified environments. (Per the Prime, 9+ years with a Bachelor's or 7+ years with a Master's degree.)
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph
• Experience working with the AWS tool suite such as OSS, DynamoDB, Lambdas, and CloudWatch
• Proficiency in at least 3 of the following: Java/Spring Boot, Python, Elastic Search/Open Search, microservice architectures, CI/CD tools (AWS tools, Maven, GitLab, GitOps, Kubernetes, Docker, Ansible), NoSQL/MongoDB/DynamoDB query and schema design, OAuth/OIDC implementation, test frameworks and automation (Cypress, Cucumber)
• Java, Spring Boot, or Python experience (strongly desired per Prime)
• Elastic Search and Open Search experience (strongly desired per Prime)
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design and implementation
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and delivery practices
• Active TS/SCI w/FS Polygraph
• Java Spring Boot Development
• Python AWS Services
• Microservices Architecture
• REST API Development
• AWS Lambda Step Functions
• Elastic Search Open Search
• CI/CD Maven GitLab GitOps
• Agile Software Development
• NoSQL DynamoDB MongoDB

Nice To Haves

• Experience modernizing legacy systems to microservices-based architectures in classified environments
• Kubernetes and Docker container orchestration in production environments
• Ansible configuration management and infrastructure automation
• OAuth/OIDC implementation experience in distributed systems
• MongoDB and DynamoDB advanced query and schema design
• CI/CD pipeline design and optimization using GitLab and GitOps
• Experience with AWS CloudWatch monitoring, logging, and alerting
• Familiarity with DoD/IC security compliance requirements (STIGs, RMF)
• Kubernetes Docker Containers
• Ansible Configuration Management
• OAuth OIDC Implementation
• Cypress Cucumber Test Automation
• AWS CloudWatch Monitoring
• Legacy System Modernization
• GitOps Deployment Workflows

Responsibilities

• Write Java Spring Boot-based microservice applications utilizing AWS-native technologies
• Build REST services with Spring capable of filtering and selecting complex data objects
• Design and implement microservice architectures supporting modernization of legacy operational systems
• Develop, test, and deploy scalable microservices following industry best practices for distributed systems
• Utilize Python to optimize AWS services such as Lambdas, Step Functions, EC2, and S3
• Work with AWS tool suite including OSS, DynamoDB, Lambdas, and CloudWatch
• Implement cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS managed services for data persistence, event processing, and monitoring
• Develop serverless functions and orchestration workflows using AWS Lambda and Step Functions
• Implement CI/CD principles utilizing Maven, GitLab, and GitOps
• Manage build pipelines and automated deployment processes using containerization technologies (Kubernetes, Docker)
• Integrate configuration management tools such as Ansible into deployment workflows
• Maintain version control practices and branching strategies within GitLab
• Participate in Agile development ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming
• Deliver software increments on a regular cadence aligned with Agile sprint cycles
• Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to refine user stories and acceptance criteria
• Contribute to continuous improvement of team development practices and delivery velocity
• Implement and optimize Elastic Search and Open Search solutions for operational data retrieval
• Design NoSQL database schemas and queries using MongoDB and DynamoDB
• Manage data persistence layers supporting microservice architectures
• Implement OAuth/OIDC authentication and authorization patterns across microservice boundaries
• Develop and maintain automated test suites using Cypress and Cucumber frameworks
• Implement unit, integration, and end-to-end testing strategies for microservice applications
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, security, and adherence to team standards
• Establish and enforce testing automation practices to support continuous delivery
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with other team members and stakeholders
• Participate in technical design discussions and architecture reviews
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced team members
• Document designs, APIs, and operational procedures for microservice components

Benefits

• Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Time Off and Leave Policies: Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, generous parental and family leave.
• Protective Insurances: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and accident protection.
• Compensation and Rewards: Competitive salary structures, performance-based incentives, and merit-based compensation reviews.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans with company matching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees