Java developer-Ex Capital one

Sr. Java Developer – AWS / Dev Ops

Capital One

1680 Capital One Drive, McLean, VA  (Hybrid)

12+ Months contract with possible extension/conversion

We are seeking highly skilled Senior Java Developers with strong AWS and Dev Ops experience to join our team in McLean, VA. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, able to work independently with minimal hand-holding, and collaborate effectively with existing team members.

• Strong experience in Java development with a solid understanding of object‑oriented programming and design patterns.
• Hands‑on AWS experience in services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, Cloud Formation, or related AWS cloud solutions.
• Dev Ops expertise, including CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git Lab, Git Hub Actions), infrastructure as code (Terraform/Cloud Formation), and automation scripting.
• Ability to work independently and quickly adapt to existing team structures and workflows.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills in a collaborative environment.

• AWS Certified (Solutions Architect, Developer, or Dev Ops Engineer) strongly preferred.
• Recent Capital One (Cap1) experience in a similar Java/AWS/Dev Ops tech stack.
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

• Design, develop, and maintain Java‑based applications within an AWS cloud environment.
• Implement and manage Dev Ops practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated builds, and deployments.
• Collaborate with team members and existing associates for knowledge sharing and paired development.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while meeting project deadlines and quality standards.
• Optimize application performance and troubleshoot issues across the tech stack.
• Follow best practices for cloud security, scalability, and cost optimization.