Senior Java Software Engineer

CTC Group•Fort Meade, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

CTC Group is seeking a Senior Java Software Engineer to support mission-critical SIGINT and cyber systems at Fort Meade. This role focuses on Java development, embedded systems, troubleshooting, and hardware/software integration in a fast-paced government environment.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent experience.
Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
Strong experience with Java/Swing, Maven, Eclipse, VS Code, Spring Tools Suite, and Java Fire/JFire.
Experience with embedded Windows/Linux systems, GitLab CI/CD, RabbitMQ, debugging tools, and hardware interfaces such as JTAG, I2C, SPI, UART, and Ethernet.
Fourteen (14) years experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
Twenty (20) years experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

Nice To Haves

React
JavaScript
HTML
RF/GPS systems
embedded Linux boot processes
systemd
chrony/NTP
PCB troubleshooting

Responsibilities

Support software development, integration, testing, and deployment for SIGINT and cyber mission systems.
Develop and maintain Java-based applications across Windows and Linux environments.
Troubleshoot software, firmware, hardware interfaces, and system integration issues.
Support embedded software development, field integration, and lifecycle maintenance.
Collaborate with technical teams and government customers to resolve mission-critical issues.
Use GitLab, Jira, and Confluence to manage code, tickets, documentation, and development workflows.