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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Junior Software Developer (Backend Focused) - **Company:** BigBear.ai, Inc. - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Automation of Tests, Databases, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, DevOps, Design of User Interfaces, Java Architectures, Linux System Administration, MongoDB, NoSQL, E2e Testing, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Web Applications, Web Application Frameworks, Computer Network Operations, Feature-Driven Development (FDD), Spring-boot, Backend, Vue.js, Apache Kafka, Build Tools, Restful APIs, Data Pipelines - **Published:** July 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9024238/junior-software-developer-backend-focused ## About the Role * 3 or more years of software engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline. * Or 7 or more years of experience (substituting 4 y ears of additional engineering experience in place of a Bachelor's degree). Core Java Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with Java design, debugging, and complex problem-solving. Modern Frameworks: Proven experience building and maintaining RESTful web applications using Spring Boot. Database Knowledge: Experience interacting with MongoDB or similar NoSQL/relational database technologies. Quality Assurance: Practical experience writing and executing automated tests to ensure code reliability. What we'd like you to have If you have experience in any of the following, we would love to chat: * Full-Stack Capabilities: Experience with UI development using modern JavaScript frameworks, specifically Vue.js. * Event Streaming: Experience working with Apache Kafka for real-time data pipelines. * DevOps & CI/CD: Familiarity with automated build tools, continuous integration, and continuous deployment pipelines. * System Administration: Hands-on experience with Linux administration. * Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for seamless customer and team interaction. ## Description Are you a software engineer who loves seeing your code make an immediate, real-world impact? We are looking for a talented Junior Software Developer Engineer with an active TS/SCI with poly clearance to join a fast moving, highly collaborative team supporting a critical microservice ecosystem. In this role, you will not be buried in back-office maintenance. You will work directly with mission partners and customers daily, helping to drive system design and solve complex software engineering challenges. Using feature driven development, you will build, test, and deploy scalable web applications that directly support the Computer Network Operations (CNO) mission. If you want to collaborate closely with technical leaders, have a real voice in product roadmaps, and work with a modern tech stack, this is the perfect place to grow your career. * All applicants must currently reside in the United States What you will do * Build & Innovate: Develop and maintain high-performance Java microservice web applications within a modern, distributed ecosystem. * Collaborate on Design: Work hand-in-hand with the Technical Lead to make key architectural decisions, solve complex design problems, and shape the product roadmap. * Engage with the Mission: Interact directly with customers and operators daily to troubleshoot issues, gather feedback, and propose innovative new features. * Ensure Quality: Support the end-to-end testing, continuous integration, and deployment of production ready applications. ## Related Videos - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Lessons learned from building a thriving Vue.js SaaS application](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1666-lessons-learned-from-building-a-thriving-vue-js-saas-application) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Inside Bitpanda's Tech Stack: Scaling a European Fintech Leader - Markus Dorner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1979-inside-bitpanda-s-tech-stack-scaling-a-european-fintech-leader-markus-dorner) - [NoSQL Data Modeling for Front-end Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/297-nosql-data-modeling-for-front-end-developers) - [Hiring AI Native Talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100268-hiring-ai-native-talents) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)