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.