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

Java Developer (SME)

Leidos Bethesda, MD senior full-time

Salary

$154,050 - $278,475 per year

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Description

Leidos has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Java Developer (SME) to join its Intel Security Sector's Analysis Solutions Business Area in Bethesda, Maryland.

This role involves providing expert-level Agile DevOps support for mission-critical systems, focusing on designing, developing, implementing, and testing customer tools and applications that support data extraction, transformation, and loading into an enterprise Data Lake.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing, developing, testing, and maintaining high-performance backend microservices using Java and the Spring Framework.
  • Participating in and directing software programming initiatives, shaping backend architecture, mentoring team members, and conducting code reviews.
  • Developing and directing software system validation and testing methods using JUnit and Katalon.
  • Developing, prototyping, and deploying solutions within a cloud-based platform.
  • Analyzing infrastructure requirements and coordinating infrastructure needs driven by developed software.
  • Supporting the Agile software development lifecycle following Program SAFe practices.
  • Documenting and performing systems software development activities, including deploying build artifacts across different environments.
  • Applying and identifying software development best practices to create innovative solutions.

Requirements include:

  • Extensive experience with Java, Spring Framework, microservices architecture, and design patterns.
  • Experience with data technologies such as Elasticsearch, Postgres, DynamoDB, Kafka, AWS SQS/SNS, AWS Lambda, and AWS S3.
  • Experience integrating with and delivering software solutions within DevOps toolsets and practices.
  • Direct experience utilizing software testing and performance tools, such as JUnit, and scripting languages, including Python and Bash.
  • Experience developing solutions in commercial cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure).
  • Master's degree with 15 or more years of prior relevant experience, or a Doctorate with 13 or more years of relevant experience.
  • Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance.

Leidos offers a comprehensive benefits package, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid holidays, a 401(k) with a 6% company match, flexible schedules, and more.

The pay range for this position is $154,050.00 - $278,475.00.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • SAFe development practices

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