Java Software Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking four (4) skilled Software Engineers with expertise in Java and OpenFGA to join our development team on-site in the Washington, DC, Maryland, or Virginia (DMV) region . In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable microservices architectures and implement fine-grained access control solutions. Because this position supports critical federal and defense environments, an active Secret security clearance is strictly required upon application.

Key Responsibilities

• Backend Development: Design, build, and deploy high-performance backend systems using Java and Spring Boot.
• Access Control & Authorization: Implement fine-grained authorization models, relationship-based access control (ReBAC), and secure access management using OpenFGA.
• API Development: Create and maintain robust, well-documented REST APIs to support internal and external microservices.
• Cloud & DevOps Integration: Develop applications within cloud environments and build automated CI/CD pipelines for seamless deployment.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure all software complies with strict security guidelines and industry standards suited for cleared, on-site environments.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Must possess an active federal Secret security clearance.
• Location: Willingness and ability to work full-time on-site at designated facilities in Washington, DC, Maryland, or Virginia.
• Core Languages & Frameworks: Strong proficiency in Java and the Spring Boot framework.
• Architecture: Hands-on experience building, scaling, and maintaining microservices architectures.
• Authorization Expertise: Direct experience with OpenFGA or similar modern authorization architectures (e.g., Zanzibar, ReBAC, fine-grained access controls).
• API Design: Deep understanding of RESTful API design principles and integration.
• Cloud & DevOps: Familiarity with cloud development platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.