Mid-Level Java Developer (TS/SCI with Poly/NEW HIRE SIGN-ON BONU

PERKS:

• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $30,000 for New Hires.
• You receive an additional 5 days of PTO for TS/SCI with Poly.

At General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) you'll be part of a team that makes a true impact by building cutting-edge mission-critical applications that help the end user accomplish their mission and keep people safe. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind.

Our work depends on a Mid-Level Java Developer joining our team to support a GDIT program that we are the prime on and is located at Annapolis Junction, MD. As a Mid-Level Java Developer, you will develop highly efficient Microservices on a Linux operating system utilizing Java and Kotlin, for use in Docker/Kubernetes high-volume data-processing applications, while practicing modern Agile methodologies.

Java Developers will work with cutting-edge technologies and tools to include:

Technologies: Microservices, AWS, Java 21, Docker, Kafka, Kubernetes, Cassandra, DynamoDB, Kotlin, ReactJS, Spring Boot/Cloud/Data

Tools: Maven, Node, GitLab, SonarQube, VSCode, IntelliJ

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop and support Java backend software in support of mission objectives.
• Provide ongoing development, maintenance, support, and software enhancements in existing systems and platforms.
• Troubleshoot complex problems and provide customer support for software systems and application issues.
• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Work alongside other engineers on the team to sustain and advance our organization's capabilities.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• The position requires an active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline, plus 8 years of application design and development experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience with Java.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience doing high level design and/or architecting on a program of similar complexity.
• Experience with Microservices, Spring Frameworks, Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience as a mentor, technical lead or leading an engineering team.
• Desire to move into a Software Team Lead role and perform the following:

• Lead a team of talented and motivated developers in implementing efficient, scalable, reliable and resilient solutions for our Mission customer and serve as a point of contact with key customers and technical stakeholders.
• Run daily standups; Plan, prioritize and write software epics/tickets and assign work; Participate in program level planning efforts.
• Manage, execute, and oversee requirements and technical implementation of high visibility back-end Java software development.
• Oversee and mentor developers and focus on technical issues and software development and ensure CI/CD practices are followed for releases.
• Evaluate team's work processes and best practices and implement changes to streamline operations.
• Work with the PM and the team's Overall Software Lead to expand the program's capabilities.

PREFERRED SKILLSETS:

• Experience leading an Agile team of software developers
• Linux Experience

WHAT GDIT CAN OFFER YOU

• 401K with company match
• Rewards program for high-performing employees
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Diverse, highly collaborative teams
• Challenging work that makes a real impact on the world around you
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Flexible work schedule
• Work Life balance

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