Java Developer

What you gain

Agile Defense offers a collaborative environment where engineers shape secure, scalable software. You will work on cloud-native Java applications deployed across modern cloud technologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance solutions that are cloud-native and cloud-agnostic. This role comes with a competitive annual salary of USD 140,000 to 150,000 and a hybrid work setup in Rosslyn, VA, combining focused on-site collaboration with the flexibility to stay productive remotely.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain cloud-native applications using Java and cloud technologies.
• Implement a microservices architecture and develop RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to automate deployment processes and support CI/CD workflows.
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability across cloud platforms.
• Apply security best practices to protect applications and data.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to performance, reliability, and security.
• Work closely with architects, product managers, and developers to deliver high quality solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving code quality and maintainability.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Secret Clearance
• Must Have Clearance to Start
• 5 - 8 years of experience

Technologies

• Java
• AWS
• Terraform
• CloudFormation
• RESTful APIs

Working conditions

Onsite in Rosslyn, VA twice a week as part of a hybrid work arrangement.

Preferred skills

• Experience working with enterprise-scale applications on AWS
• Proficiency with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation
• Background in DevSecOps environments
• Strong skills in performance tuning and optimization
• Previous consulting experience

Our core values

• Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
• Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
• Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
• Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
• Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of challenges.
• Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission.