Software Developer, Java & Platform Integration

Trace3 • Colorado Springs, CO

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Trace3 is seeking a Software Developer to support modernization, enhancement, integration, and sustainment of mission-critical applications in classified DoD environments. The role focuses on analyzing, modernizing, and refactoring large legacy Java applications while supporting their transition to modern containerized architectures. The developer works throughout the software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, integration, deployment, documentation, and demonstrations. The role requires experience with Java applications across legacy and modern architectures, enterprise messaging systems, Oracle databases, containerized deployments, and Kubernetes environments. This is a full-time, on-site position in Colorado Springs. An active Secret clearance, or a Secret clearance active within the past 24 months, is required; the position can support TS. The role must support the DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirement. The stated estimated pay range is $130,000–$210,000 USD; actual salary may depend on location, experience, skills, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The position may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation not included in the base salary.

Requirements

• Strong Java development experience.
• Experience with Java EE/J2EE, EJB, JDBC, JNDI, JMS, RMI, and multithreaded applications.
• Experience with WebLogic, WebSphere, JBoss, or similar application servers.
• Experience developing REST APIs, gRPC services, and Spring Boot applications.
• Experience integrating applications with Oracle databases.
• Experience with IBM MQ, JMS, or equivalent enterprise messaging technologies.
• Experience analyzing and refactoring legacy software systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills.
• Active Secret clearance, or a Secret clearance active within the past 24 months; the posting states the role can support TS.
• Ability to support the DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirement.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods, operate a computer and office equipment, communicate effectively, occasionally move about the office, and lift or move up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Vision abilities including close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Working experience with C or C++.
• Experience supporting large-scale modernization initiatives.
• Experience migrating legacy applications into containerized architectures.
• Experience supporting CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience with microservices architectures.
• Experience supporting classified DoD development environments.
• Five or more years of software development experience in enterprise Java environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, maintain, enhance, and modernize existing Java-based applications and services.
• Refactor legacy software systems into maintainable, scalable, and supportable architectures.
• Analyze large codebases, identify dependencies, assess technical debt, and develop modernization recommendations.
• Design, develop, test, debug, and deploy software solutions for mission-critical defense systems.
• Develop RESTful and gRPC-based services and APIs.
• Develop and maintain messaging and integration solutions using JMS and enterprise messaging platforms.
• Integrate applications with Oracle databases and backend data services.
• Develop containerized applications using Docker and support deployment into Kubernetes environments.
• Create deployment artifacts, runtime configurations, logging configurations, and health-monitoring capabilities.
• Own technical deliverables independently from requirements through deployment and demonstration.
• Comply with security protocols and access-control procedures in a classified workspace.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependents.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• 529 College Savings Plan.
• Health Savings Account.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability.
• Competitive compensation.
• Training and development programs.
• Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages.
• Collaborative culture.
• Work-life balance and generous paid time off.
• Certain positions may be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level