Java Developer

Java Developer
*******MUST be a US citizen able to obtain a security clearance********
Excellent opportunity with significant professional development!
Must have 1-2+ years of paid Java Developer experience minimum after college
Team collaborative environment with healthy work/life balance
COMPANY SUMMARY:
We are a growing small business government subcontractor delivering innovative IT solutions and mission-critical services in support of national security and federal modernization initiatives. Our team partners with Intelligence, Defense, and Federal Civilian agencies to provide technology solutions that help protect, strengthen, and transform government operations.
We offer the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, collaborate with experienced technical professionals, and contribute to highly impactful federal missions in a supportive and team-oriented environment.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Successful candidate will be responsible for development, coding, testing, debugging, packaging, deployment, and production support of new and existing software systems. Resolves customer complaints and responds to suggestions for software modifications and enhancements. Participates in the production of software documentation such as design documents, version description documents and user manuals. Works with experienced technical staff to understand and develop resolutions to software problems.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Opportunity to grow hands-on experience developing Java-based applications in a collaborative team environment
Assist with developing, testing, debugging, and maintaining software applications and client solutions
Learn to build and support user-facing and server-connected applications using modern development tools and frameworks
Work closely with senior developers and technical teams to troubleshoot issues and improve software functionality
Gain exposure to application interfaces, security components, integrations, and software architecture concepts
Use debugging tools and development environments to analyze and resolve software issues
Participate in code reviews, testing, and software optimization efforts to improve application performance and reliability
Contribute to software development throughout the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), from design through deployment and production support
Assist with documentation, user support materials, and software demonstrations as needed
Learn and apply software development best practices including coding standards, unit testing, and quality assurance processes
Continue building technical knowledge through mentorship, hands-on experience, training opportunities, and exposure to modern development tools and technologies
Experience with Java development, SQL, AWS, Spring, Hibernate, Struts, Tomcat, or related technologies is preferred, but strong willingness to learn is highly valued
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of paid Java experience minimum (AFTER college)
POSITION SPECIFIC SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance required
Must have 1-2+ years of paid Java development experience
Experience working with frameworks such as Struts, Spring, Hibernate, or similar technologies
Experience with front-end web technologies including HTML, CSS, and AJAX
Understanding of object-oriented programming concepts and design patterns
Experience writing and working with SQL queries and relational databases
Familiarity with Tomcat or other web/application servers
Exposure to the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), from design through deployment
Familiarity with web services, SOA architecture, and XML
Experience working in AWS cloud environments
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn in a collaborative development environment

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