Java Developer

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TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Permanent position – Java Developer / Fort Meade MD – (JOB-21857). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years!

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Job Description:

Java Developer with Spring/Spring Boot

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Java Developer to join our team in designing, developing, and maintaining complex, high-performance applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with the Java ecosystem, particularly Spring and Spring Boot, and a strong understanding of software development principles and methodologies. This position requires an active Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) clearance.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement robust, scalable, and secure applications using Java and the Spring/Spring Boot framework.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, architects, and other developers, to define requirements and deliver high-quality features.
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards.
Develop and integrate with RESTful APIs and microservices.
Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems to improve performance and stability.
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to specifications.
Contribute to all phases of the development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing and deployment.
Develop and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Required Qualifications

Security Clearance: Must possess an active Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) clearance.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience:
- 3+ years of professional experience in Java development.
- 2+ years of hands-on experience developing applications using Spring and/or Spring Boot.
- Proven experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle) and SQL.
- Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.
- Experience developing RESTful web services/APIs and microservices.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Docker, Kubernetes).
Knowledge of front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular).
Experience with message queuing systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ).
Understanding of agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).

Skills and Abilities

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

TECHEAD’s mission is to make our on-site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won’t strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

For more information on TECHEAD please visit www.techead.com.

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