About The Position

We are seeking a Data Scientist (Expert) to support mission-focused work. This is a specialized, Java-focused technical expert role responsible for modernizing, refactoring, and maintaining mission-critical backend Java data-processing systems and microservices. Unlike traditional Python/R data science roles, the position addresses a backlog of legacy Java data pipelines and requires an expert software engineer who can contribute on Day One to system performance, object-oriented design, and enterprise web-service integrations. An active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) is required. The position is full-time and on-site in McLean, Virginia. The salary range is $155,000–$185,000, with compensation determined by factors including location, qualifications, experience, and contract-specific budget considerations. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including company-paid insurance, a 401(k) contribution, paid time off, federal holidays, and performance-based bonus opportunities.

Requirements

  • Expert Java skills, including object-oriented programming concepts, multithreading, and JVM memory management.
  • Experience with Spring and Spring Data JPA.
  • Experience with Eclipse, Maven, Gradle, Git, and Jenkins.
  • Experience with Oracle, Apache Tomcat, AWS Cloud Framework, and Linux.
  • Experience developing and using REST web services.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP).
  • Must work on-site in McLean, Virginia.

Nice To Haves

  • Spring Boot and REST API Java implementations supporting web applications.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze, maintain, and rewrite legacy Java backend processes to meet updated operational requirements and performance standards.
  • Build, maintain, and secure Spring Boot microservices, REST APIs, and database integrations for web application architectures.
  • Optimize multithreading, object-oriented design, and JVM memory management for high-throughput enterprise data flows.
  • Deploy and maintain Java-based applications across AWS cloud infrastructure, Linux, Apache Tomcat, and Oracle databases.
  • Use Maven, Gradle, Git, Jenkins, and Eclipse to support build pipelines and continuous integration and deployment in a secure environment.

Benefits

  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents through United Healthcare and Guardian.
  • Employer-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
  • Company contribution of 15% of base salary to a 401(k), fully vested from day one.
  • 200 hours of accrued PTO annually.
  • 11 federal holidays.
  • Recruitment and business development bonus opportunities based on performance and company growth.
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