Java Software Engineer – Spring Boot Modernization
About The Position
The Java Software Engineer will help modernize a mission-critical enterprise application by moving it from a traditional Tomcat deployment to a cloud-native architecture using Spring Boot, Docker, and Kubernetes. The role involves developing, testing, and maintaining Java and Angular applications; building RESTful APIs and service integrations; and developing data access for Oracle, PostgreSQL, and other relational databases. The engineer will support application migration to Spring Boot, containers, and microservices, as well as CI/CD, automated testing, technical documentation, and backup database administration. This is an on-site position in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. Applicants must live within commuting distance and must currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph; the employer does not sponsor new clearances or upgrades. Compensation is approximately $77.88–$85.99 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, and selected compensation model. The employer offers three compensation models: Max Rate, With Bonus, or With Bonus and PTO.
Requirements
- Seven years of relevant experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
- Java enterprise development experience with Spring Boot or a similar framework.
- Experience with Angular or similar front-end frameworks.
- RESTful API design experience.
- Experience with Oracle, PostgreSQL, MariaDB, or similar databases.
- Experience with Docker or Podman.
- Experience with containerized applications on Kubernetes.
- Application modernization experience.
- Technical documentation skills.
- Must currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
- Must live within commuting distance of Annapolis Junction, Maryland, and be able to work on site.
Nice To Haves
- Experience migrating from Tomcat to Spring Boot.
- Experience with microservices architectures.
- Experience migrating Oracle to PostgreSQL.
- Experience with Rancher, EKS, OpenShift, or other Kubernetes platforms.
- Experience with Helm and core Kubernetes concepts.
- Experience with GitLab CI/CD, Jira, and Confluence.
- Experience processing XML and JSON data.
- Experience with automated testing and DevSecOps.
Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and maintain Java and Angular applications.
- Build RESTful APIs and service integrations.
- Develop data access for Oracle, PostgreSQL, and other relational databases.
- Support migration to Spring Boot, containers, and microservices.
- Support CI/CD, automated testing, and technical documentation.
- Provide backup database administration support.
Benefits
- 10% employer 401(k) non-elective contribution.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Medical coverage options.
- Dental coverage options.
- Vision coverage options.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Professional development and certification reimbursement.
- Technology and ergonomic equipment reimbursement, subject to eligibility.
- Referral and retention bonus programs, subject to eligibility.
- Paid social and team events.
- Compensation models may include bonus and/or paid time off, depending on the selected model and role eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
