Cleared Java Developer

Accenture Federal Services•Arlington, VA

13d•$84,900 - $160,200•Hybrid

About The Position

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! We are seeking a highly skilled Cleared Java Developer with deep experience in cloud‑native application development (AWS) and modern distributed architectures. The ideal candidate is proficient in building scalable microservices, integrating event‑driven systems using Apache Kafka, and working within DevOps‑driven environments. This person thrives in collaborative settings, excels at solving complex technical challenges, and is committed to delivering secure, reliable, high‑performance software solutions.

Requirements

Proven experience in cloud-native development on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud (AWS preferred)
Strong proficiency in Java and building microservices using Spring Boot
Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka, including producers, consumers, topics, and streaming concepts
Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift
Familiarity with automated build and deployment pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab, or similar tools
Solid understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases
Knowledge of cloud security best practices
Active DOD Secret Clearance
Ability to work on‑site in Arlington, VA two to three days per week

Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain cloud‑native applications using Java and modern cloud technologies
Develop microservices and RESTful APIs leveraging frameworks such as Spring Boot
Integrate and manage Apache Kafka for high‑throughput, distributed event streaming and messaging
Collaborate with DevOps teams to automate deployment pipelines and ensure robust CI/CD practices
Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability in cloud environments
Implement security best practices to safeguard applications, services, and data
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues related to application performance and reliability
Work closely with architects, product managers, and engineering teams to deliver high‑quality solutions
Participate in code reviews, contributing to continuous improvement of code quality and maintainability