Java Developer

Agile Defense
Rosslyn, VA
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Best suited to mid-level Java developers with security clearance working in national defense through hybrid arrangements in Rosslyn, VA.

Best fit for

  • Java developers with active Secret clearance seeking defense sector roles.
    — “Clearance Level: Secret, Must Have Clearance to Start
  • Mid-level technologists comfortable with hybrid work near DC.
    — “Location: Hybrid, Rosslyn, VA
  • Developers aligned with mission-driven defense technology work.
    — “support our nation's most important missions

Things to consider

  • Active Secret clearance is mandatory before starting.
    — “Must Have Clearance to Start

How to stand out

  • Highlight any experience with government security standards.
    — “strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests
  • Demonstrate adaptability to changing defense needs.
    — “embrace change with an unmovable spirit
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • developing scalable and secure backend systems
  • implementing microservices architecture
  • integrating with third-party services
Typical background
Java developersoftware engineerbackend developer

Skills & requirements

Required

JavaSoftware DevelopmentBackend DevelopmentAPI DevelopmentMicroservices

Preferred

Cloud ComputingDevOpsAgile Methodologies

About the role

Original posting from Agile Defense via Lever

About Agile Defense

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 1670

Job Title: Java Developer

Location: Hybrid, Rosslyn, VA

Clearance Level: Secret, Must Have Clearance to Start

Job Description:

You will be responsible for creating and deploying cloud‑native and containerized Java applications using modern cloud technologies. Collaboration with cross‑functional teams will ensure the delivery of scalable, high‑performing solutions across cloud‑native and cloud‑agnostic environments.

Design, develop, and deploy cloud-native and containerized applications using Java and modern cloud technologies. Work closely with cross-functional teams to build scalable, high-performance applications leveraging cloud native and cloud agnostic services.   

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain cloud-native applications using Java and cloud technologies.
  • Implement microservices architecture and develop RESTful APIs.
  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to automate deployment processes and ensure continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD)
  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to support CI/CD automation and deployment workflows.
  • Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability across cloud platforms.
  • Apply security best practices to protect applications and data.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to performance, reliability, and security.
  • Work closely with architects, product managers, and developers to deliver high‑quality solutions.
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving code quality and maintainability.

Education and Background:

High School Diploma or equivalent(GED) required.

Secret Clearance

Years of Experience:

5 - 8 years

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience working with enterprise‑scale applications on AWS
  • Proficiency with Infrastructure‑as‑Code tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation
  • Background in DevSecOps environments
  • Strong skills in performance tuning and optimization
  • Previous consulting experience

Working Conditions:

Onsite in Rosslyn, VA twice a week.

Our Core Values

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. 

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.

Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.

Honest - Be Trustworthy.Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.

Humble - Be Grounded.Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.

Hungry - Be Eager.Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.

Hustle - Be Driven.Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Source: Agile Defense careers (Lever)

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