Eng Sr Prin III - SW

BAE Systems•Chantilly, VA

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) level - Full Stack Java Spring Boot & React Developer to provide expert hands-on, technical leadership, architecture modern cloud-native solutions, and delivering backend infrastructure with dynamic frontend user interfaces.

Requirements

Bachelors degree and 10+ years of progressive relevant experience in software development or technical roles
Proficiency in Java and the Spring Boot framework
Strong experience with React.js and related front-end technologies (JavaScript, HTML, CSS)
Experience with RESTful API design and development
Familiarity with database technologies (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
Understanding of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree in related discipline
Kubernetes production environments

Responsibilities

Lead the strategy, design, and deployment of complex microservices architecture across AWS and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
As an active member of a development team provide leadership on Java Spring Boot backend systems and reusable React.js frontend component architectures.
Build responsive, interactive, and user-friendly interfaces using React.js.
Implement and manage application state using state management libraries (e.g., Redux) as needed.
Ensure cross-browser compatibility and optimal performance of the UI.
Design, scale, and maintain containerized applications using Kubernetes clusters for enterprise production environments.
Oversee RESTful API and WebSocket design, data streaming, and hybrid-cloud integration strategies.
Optimize data models and high-availability setups across relational and non-relational databases, utilizing both cloud-native storage and traditional system
Actively participate in all Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
Collaborate with product owners, scrum masters, and other team members to define, estimate, and deliver user stories
Contribute to backlog refinement and ensure alignment with product goals
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established coding standards
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices
Implement unit and integration tests to ensure software reliability
Assist in the deployment of applications to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and manage containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) as required
Monitor application performance, troubleshoot issues, and provide production support
Work effectively within a cross-functional team, collaborating with UX/UI designers, QA engineers, and other stakeholders
Communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences