Senior Java Software Engineer

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Java Software Engineer to support the design, development, modernization, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of enterprise mission-critical applications.

This position will work across the full software development lifecycle and support enterprise solutions operating within AWS, Azure, Cloud One, and DISA environments .

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience with Java enterprise development, Oracle application frameworks, DevSecOps, cloud technologies, CI/CD automation, application security, and performance optimization . You will collaborate with business analysts, product owners, functional SMEs, testers, system administrators, and fellow software engineers to deliver secure, scalable, and high‑performing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, modernize, test, deploy, and maintain enterprise Java applications supporting mission‑critical operational systems.
• Translate business and operational requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Develop and maintain Java‑based web applications, web services, APIs, and enterprise integrations.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and defect resolution across application, middleware, database, and cloud environments.
• Develop and optimize SQL, PL/SQL, and database objects to improve application functionality and performance.
• Support application deployments and configuration management within WebLogic, GlassFish, Docker, and cloud‑hosted environments .
• Develop and maintain CI/CD automation pipelines and support DevSecOps initiatives, including automated builds, security scanning, vulnerability remediation, and artifact management.
• Utilize tools including Jenkins, JFrog Artifactory, Git, SonarQube, Checkmarx, and CAST .
• Analyze and optimize application performance using tools such as JMeter and AWS CloudWatch .
• Support cloud migration and application modernization initiatives across AWS and Azure .
• Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and conduct code analysis and peer reviews.
• Provide technical support for production systems and assist with minimizing service interruptions.

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years of enterprise Java software development experience.
• 5+ years of experience developing enterprise web applications and web service interfaces.
• 5+ years of SQL and PL/SQL development experience , including database performance optimization.
• 3+ years of experience supporting CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.
• 3+ years of experience supporting cloud‑hosted applications in AWS and/or Azure.
• Experience supporting enterprise applications deployed within WebLogic, GlassFish, or similar application server environments .
• Strong hands‑on experience with Oracle ADF, JSF, TopLink, and JasperReports .
• Strong understanding of enterprise application architecture and integration concepts.
• Experience with source control, artifact management, automated deployment, performance analysis, and secure coding practices.
• Experience working within Agile software development environments .
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to independently support complex technical and production environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field , or equivalent experience.
• CompTIA Security+ certification or higher.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required Government security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance .
• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) enterprise systems .
• Experience supporting applications within Cloud One environments.
• Experience with Docker containerization .
• Experience developing and maintaining Jenkins automation and deployment pipelines .
• Experience with application security and scanning technologies such as SonarQube, Checkmarx, Fortify, or similar tools .
• Experience with infrastructure automation technologies, including Ansible and YAML .
• Experience with AWS CloudWatch, EventBridge, IAM, and RDS monitoring .
• Experience supporting highly available and scalable enterprise systems.