Cleared Java Developer

At Accenture Federal Services, our mission is to help the US federal government become stronger and safer, delivering technology and services that improve lives. We are a technology company within global Accenture, with a collaborative culture and opportunities for growth and hands-on experience.

The Work: We are seeking a Cleared Java Developer with deep experience in cloud-native application development (
AWS
) and modern distributed architectures. The ideal candidate builds scalable microservices, integrates event-driven systems using Apache Kafka
, and works in Dev Ops-driven environments. This role requires collaboration, problem solving, and delivering secure, reliable, high-performance software solutions.

• Design, build, and maintain cloud-native applications using Java and modern cloud technologies
• Develop microservices and RESTful APIs leveraging frameworks such as Spring Boot
• Integrate and manage Apache Kafka for high-throughput, distributed event streaming and messaging
• Collaborate with Dev Ops teams to automate deployment pipelines and ensure robust CI/CD practices
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability in cloud environments
• Implement security best practices to safeguard applications, services, and data
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues related to application performance and reliability
• Work closely with architects, product managers, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions
• Participate in code reviews, contributing to continuous improvement of code quality and maintainability

• Proven experience in cloud-native development on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud (AWS preferred)
• Strong proficiency in Java and building microservices using Spring Boot
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka
  , including producers, consumers, topics, and streaming concepts
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, and Open Shift
• Familiarity with automated build and deployment pipelines using Jenkins, Git Lab, or similar tools
• Solid understanding of SQL and No
  
  SQL databases
• Knowledge of cloud security best practices
• Ability to work on-site in Arlington, VA two to three days per week

We are committed to equal opportunity employment and compliance with applicable laws. Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by law.