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From the employer's careers site First seen 1 Nov 2026

Senior Java Developer (Active TS/SCI with Poly Required - (SIGN-ON BONUS UP TO $30,000)

Salary

$164,382 - $207,000 per year

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Description

At General Dynamics Information Technology, you'll work on high-impact systems that support national security missions at scale. We're looking for a Senior Java Developer to help design and build modern, cloud-native applications in a fast-paced Agile environment.

This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex backend challenges, building scalable microservices, and working with modern technologies alongside a strong technical team.

What You'll Do

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java/Kotlin microservices
  • Build high-throughput backend systems and APIs
  • Deploy and support applications in AWS using Docker and Kubernetes
  • Troubleshoot and optimize distributed systems
  • Contribute to architecture, CI/CD, and engineering best practices
  • Collaborate across Agile teams to deliver mission-focused solutions

Tech Stack

Languages & Frameworks Java 21, Kotlin, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Data

Cloud & Infrastructure AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux

Data & Streaming Kafka, Cassandra, DynamoDB

Tooling GitLab CI/CD, Maven, Node.js, SonarQube, IntelliJ, VSCode, ReactJS

Qualifications

Required

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field
  • 5+ years of software development experience
  • 4+ years of Java development experience
  • Experience with microservices, Spring, Docker, and Kubernetes
  • Strong understanding of scalable backend architecture

Preferred

  • Experience leading Agile development teams
  • Mentoring or technical leadership experience
  • Linux experience

Benefits

  • 401K with company match
  • Rewards program for high-performing employees
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Diverse, highly collaborative teams
  • Challenging work that makes a real impact on the world around you
  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Work Life balance
  • Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Experience leading Agile development teams
  • Mentoring or technical leadership experience
  • Linux experience
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