Senior Java Developer :: Washington, DC (Remote)
Senior Java Developer Location: Remote, Washington, DC Duration: 10 Months Required Skills: Hands-on engineering across the full SDLC for web-based applications. Experience with Spring Boot, Jenkins/GitLab CI/CD, and Flyway for database change management. Integration of AI-enabled capabilities where appropriate. Senior-level experience in Java development in a web-based environment. Strong experience with: Spring Boot services, configuration, and security patterns REST APIs and service integration Relational databases and SQL Flyway for database migration/version control Jenkins and/or GitLab for CI/CD Proven DevSecOps experience, including automated build/test/deploy and secure coding practices. Experience supporting applications in production, including incident support and operational stability. Strong written/verbal communication skills and ability to work independently on complex initiatives. Preferred Skills: 18 years of hands-on development experience. Experience with AI-enabled application features or integrating AI services/APIs. Experience with COTS integration and enterprise modernization efforts. Experience in regulated environments with security/compliance constraints. Familiarity with containerization and cloud-ready deployment patterns (Docker/Kubernetes) is a plus. Expected Deliverables: Design, develop, test, and maintain Java web applications using Spring Boot. Develop and integrate RESTful APIs, ensuring secure and reliable service communication. Apply DevSecOps practices throughout delivery: Build/maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and/or GitLab Implement automated testing and quality gates Integrate security checks into pipelines Manage database versioning and deployments using Flyway. Troubleshoot and resolve production issues; perform root-cause analysis; optimize performance and reliability. Support integration efforts and coordinate with security, operations, and architecture teams. Participate in Agile ceremonies, peer reviews, and technical documentation; uphold coding standards and best practices. Identify opportunities to incorporate AI while meeting security governance requirements.