Cloud Microservices Software Engineer — Java / Python / AWS- Fully Cleared
About The Position
At Intelliforce, we deliver modern, mission-ready solutions that strengthen national security and keep critical operations moving forward. As a Cloud Microservices Software Engineer, you will help transform legacy systems into scalable, cloud-native platforms that support real-world intelligence missions. Your work will directly enable faster decision-making, improved reliability, and long-term sustainability of operational systems. If you thrive on solving complex problems and building systems that matter, this role offers both technical challenge and meaningful impact. Schedule and Work Details Location: Government site in the Fort Meade area Schedule: Full-time, standard day schedule Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (required) You will spend your time designing and building modern microservices that replace aging systems with resilient cloud-based capabilities. Much of your work will involve developing Java Spring Boot services, exposing REST APIs, and ensuring those services handle complex data processing needs efficiently. You will also use Python to optimize AWS services, automate workflows, and support scalable infrastructure. Collaboration is a core part of this role, working closely with engineers, architects, and mission stakeholders to refine requirements and deliver production-ready software. On any given day, you may be implementing new features, improving performance, refining deployment pipelines, or integrating services across the cloud environment. Your work will follow Agile practices and rely on strong CI/CD pipelines to ensure consistent, reliable delivery.
Requirements
- Active Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (required)
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience
- At least 9 years of relevant experience, OR a Master’s degree with at least 7 years of relevant experience
- Active Top Secret clearance with CI polygraph issued within the last 5 years
- Strong experience developing Java Spring Boot microservices
- Proficiency with Python for cloud automation and service optimization
- Experience building RESTful APIs and processing complex data objects
- Experience developing in cloud environments
- Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Maven, GitLab, and GitOps practices
- Experience with container technologies including Kubernetes and Docker
- Experience with AWS toolsets
- Experience working with rules engines
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively across teams
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience with AWS services such as Lambda, Step Functions, S3, and EC2
- Experience with document-oriented data stores such as MongoDB or OpenSearch
- Familiarity with relational databases including RDS, PostgreSQL, or Oracle
- Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Cucumber
Responsibilities
- Designing and building modern microservices that replace aging systems with resilient cloud-based capabilities.
- Developing Java Spring Boot services, exposing REST APIs, and ensuring those services handle complex data processing needs efficiently.
- Using Python to optimize AWS services, automate workflows, and support scalable infrastructure.
- Collaborating with engineers, architects, and mission stakeholders to refine requirements and deliver production-ready software.
- Implementing new features, improving performance, refining deployment pipelines, or integrating services across the cloud environment.
Benefits
- Ample PTO to rest and recharge—plus all federal holidays and your birthday off, just because.
- Multiple medical plan options, including ones with zero deductible or premium for employees.
- Generous 401(k) with immediate vesting—because your future matters now.
- Exciting bonus opportunities, from profit sharing to quarterly awards and President’s Club recognition.
- A culture of collaboration, connection, and fun, with regular team activities that go beyond the work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
