Software Developer- Top Secret Cleared

Software Developer

Meta Phase is seeking a Software Developer with Java/Python experience to support a Federal Law Enforcement Program. This role will contribute to the modernization and maintenance of applications that support law enforcement operations. You will work with a collaborative Agile team to build secure, cloud-aware software using Java and open-source tools, integrating with databases, APIs, and analytics platforms.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Design, develop, and maintain Java and/or Python based applications in secure cloud and hybrid environments
• Support the implementation of microservices, RESTful APIs, and backend components using Spring Boot, Flask, FastAPI, and similar frameworks
• Collaborate with front-end developers, cloud engineers, and cybersecurity specialists to deliver scalable solutions
• Conduct unit and integration testing, peer code reviews, and participate in Dev Sec Ops  pipelines
• Ensure software meets FBI security requirements, Section 508 standards, and zero-trust design principles
• Troubleshoot bugs, optimize performance, and resolve issues in development, test, and production environments
• Contribute to sprint planning, user story grooming, retrospectives, and client demos

What We Need From You (Required):

• Current active Top-Secret clearance, with SCI eligibility. U.S. Citizenship required (NO EXCEPTIONS)
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on Java and cloud-native services
• Experience with Spring Boot, Hibernate, Flask, FastAPI or related frameworks
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, JSON, and web service integration
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Bonus Points (desired):

• Prior experience supporting FBI, DOJ, or federal law enforcement systems
• Experience deploying applications in AWS Gov Cloud or other cloud environments
• Dev Sec Ops  principles and practices such as CI/CD, IaC, and automation
• Familiarity with containerized development using Docker or Kubernetes
• Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Oracle
• Java certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional:
  Java SE
• Knowledge of 508 compliance, NIST 800-53, and FedRAMP security controls

Work Setup & Clearance:

• Hybrid in Washington, DC
• Clearance:
  Position requires a current, active Top-Secret clearance with the capability to obtain an (SCI) as requested by the government. U.S. Citizenship required (NO EXCEPTIONS)

Travel:

• Occasional travel to Winchester, VA

Compensation:

• Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is 130k-190k.