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Senior Java Developer (Active TS​/SCI with Poly Required - (Sign-On BONUS UP TO $30,000

Job in Columbia, Howard County, Maryland, 21046, USA
Listing for: General Dynamics Information Technology
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-06
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Java Developer, Backend Developer, Cloud Engineer - Software
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 164382 - 207000 USD Yearly USD 164382.00 207000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Java Developer (Active TS/SCI with Poly Required - (SIGN-ON BONUS UP TO $30,000)

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 Matters

At 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
Tech Stack

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

Qualifications
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
Preferred
  • Experience leading Agile development teams
  • Mentoring or technical leadership experience
  • Linux experience
Why Join GDIT?
  • Work on meaningful, mission-driven technology
  • Modern engineering environment and cloud-native stack
  • Opportunities for technical growth and leadership
  • Collaborative, high-performing team culture
WHAT GDIT CAN OFFER YOU
  • 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…

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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