Agile Developer, Cyber & Data Resilience; Clearance Required

Position: Agile Developer, Cyber & Data Resilience (Clearance Required)
EmergeATS is seeking a senior Agile Developer (Microservices) to support a Lockheed Martin program modernizing a legacy operational system using a microservices-based architecture and cutting-edge technologies. This position requires a seasoned software developer with deep expertise in Java Spring Boot, Python, and AWS-native services, operating within an on-site SCIF environment at Fort Meade, MD. The developer will design, build, and deliver microservice applications through Agile methodologies, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver mission-critical capabilities on classified networks.

Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance with FS Polygraph. This role requires 12+ years of professional software development experience, with demonstrated proficiency in microservices architecture, REST API development, and cloud-native AWS technologies. This position requires direct employment with EmergeATS (Kroll subsidiary). No sub-to-sub arrangements.

Key Responsibilities:

Microservices Development Write Java Spring Boot-based microservice applications utilizing AWS-native technologies

Build REST services with Spring capable of filtering and selecting complex data objects

Design and implement microservice architectures supporting modernization of legacy operational systems

Develop, test, and deploy scalable microservices following industry best practices for distributed systems

Cloud Platform Engineering (AWS)
Utilize Python to optimize AWS services such as Lambdas, Step Functions, EC2, and S3

Work with AWS tool suite including OSS, DynamoDB, Lambdas, and Cloud Watch Implement  cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS managed services for data persistence, event processing, and monitoring

Develop serverless functions and orchestration workflows using AWS Lambda and Step FunctionsCI/CD and Dev Ops Integration Implement CI/CD principles utilizing Maven, Git Lab, and Git Ops Manage  build pipelines and automated deployment processes using containerization technologies (Kubernetes, Docker)
Integrate configuration management tools such as Ansible into deployment workflows

Maintain version control practices and branching strategies within Git Lab Agile  Software Delivery Participate in Agile development ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming

Deliver software increments on a regular cadence aligned with Agile sprint cycles

Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to refine user stories and acceptance criteria

Contribute to continuous improvement of team development practices and delivery velocity

Data Management and Search Implement and optimize Elastic Search and Open Search solutions for operational data retrieval

Design No

SQL database schemas and queries using MongoDB and DynamoDBManage data persistence layers supporting microservice architectures

Implement OAuth/OIDC authentication and authorization patterns across microservice boundaries

Testing and Quality Assurance Develop and maintain automated test suites using Cypress and Cucumber frameworks

Implement unit, integration, and end-to-end testing strategies for microservice applications

Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, security, and adherence to team standards

Establish and enforce testing automation practices to support continuous delivery

Collaboration and Communication Communicate and collaborate effectively with other team members and stakeholders

Participate in technical design discussions and architecture reviews

Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced team members

Document designs, APIs, and operational procedures for microservice components

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or 4+ additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree). Master's degree may substitute for 2 years of experience.

Experience:

12+ years of professional software development experience, including microservices architecture and cloud-native development in DoD/IC classified environments. Per the Prime, 9+ years with a Bachelor's or 7+ years with a Master's degree.

Additional

Required Qualifications:

Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph Experience working with the AWS tool suite such as OSS, DynamoDB, Lambdas, and Cloud Watch Proficiency  in at least 3 of the following:
Java/Spring Boot, Python, Elastic Search/Open Search, microservice architectures, CI/CD tools (AWS tools, Maven, Git Lab, Git Ops,…