Senior Java Developer (Active TS/SCI with Poly Required - (Sign-On BONUS UP TO $30,000
Listed on 2026-08-06
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Software Development
Java Developer, Backend Developer, Cloud Engineer - Software
Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Public Trust/Other
Required:
None
Job Family:
Software Engineering
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Agile Software Development, Kubernetes, Native Apps, Spring Boot
Certifications:
None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship
Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Build Mission-Critical Software That MattersAt General Dynamics Information Technology, you’ll work on high-impact systems that support national security missions ’re looking for a Senior Java Developer to help design and build modern, cloud-native applications in a fast-paced Agile environment.
This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex backend challenges, building scalable microservices, and working with modern technologies alongside a strong technical team.
What You’ll Do- Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java/Kotlin microservices
- Build high-throughput backend systems and APIs
- Deploy and support applications in AWS using Docker and Kubernetes
- Troubleshoot and optimize distributed systems
- Contribute to architecture, CI/CD, and engineering best practices
- Collaborate across Agile teams to deliver mission-focused solutions
Languages & Frameworks
Java 21, Kotlin, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Data
Cloud & Infrastructure
AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux
Data & Streaming
Kafka, Cassandra, DynamoDB
Tooling
Git Lab CI/CD, Maven, Node.js, Sonar Qube, IntelliJ, VSCode, ReactJS
Required
- Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field
- 5+ years of software development experience
- 4+ years of Java development experience
- Experience with microservices, Spring, Docker, and Kubernetes
- Strong understanding of scalable backend architecture
- Experience leading Agile development teams
- Mentoring or technical leadership experience
- Linux experience
- Work on meaningful, mission-driven technology
- Modern engineering environment and cloud-native stack
- Opportunities for technical growth and leadership
- Collaborative, high-performing team culture
- 401K with company match
- Rewards program for high-performing employees
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
- Diverse, highly collaborative teams
- Challenging work that makes a real impact on the world around you
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
- Flexible work schedule
- Work Life balance
- Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support:
An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards:
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community:
Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation.
Intelligence Engineered
The likely salary range for this position is $164,382 - $207,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly
Hours:
40
Travel Required:
None
Telecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA MD Annapolis Junction
Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where…
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