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# Java Software Engineer

- **Company:** CareerCircle
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $107,900.0 - $195,050.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), XML Schema, Spring Security, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Confluence, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Collaborative Software, Signals Intelligence, Cyber Security, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, DevOps, Programming Tools, Web Development, Eclipse (Software), Github, Integrated Development Environments, Spring Framework, JavaScript Libraries, JSON, Junit, Python (Programming Language), Key Management, Unix Shell, MongoDB, Pair Programming, Public Key Infrastructure, Scrum Methodology, Software Architecture, Release Management, Mockito, Ansible, Scaled Agile Framework, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Subversion, Extensible Markup Language (XML), YAML, Java Application Server, Computer Network Operations, Cloud Platform System, Test-Driven Development (TDD), ReactJS, Spring-boot, Git, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Jenkins, Microservices
- **Published:** July 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/md/gaithersburg/4b9d6279-f34a-40ad-b249-9f7e26f6ee9b

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience or a Master's degree with 6+ years of prior experience. May also possess a Doctorate
 * 5+ years of experience designing, developing, testing, and reviewing Java applications.
 * 2+ years of experience serving as a Scrum Master on a SAFe Agile team within a large-scale software development environment.
 * Extensive experience with Web development and commonly used front-end tools and languages (React, HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
 * Extensive experience with unit testing tools such as Junit and Mockito
 * Experience with RESTful API, JSON, XML, XSD
 * Significant experience with Spring Framework, Spring Security, and Spring Boot
 * Significant experience with Linux
 * Significant experience with version control systems such as Git or Subversion
 * Experience with common development tools and IDEs (Eclipse, VS Code, etc.)
 * Understanding of sound software development principles and practices
 * Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
 * Ability to obtain SF-85 Public Trust (Tier 2) suitability determination
 * US citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Knowledge of or experience with AI-assisted coding (Claude Code, Codex etc.)
 * Knowledge of or experience with microservices and cloud-based environments
 * Knowledge of or experience with Python programming language
 * Knowledge of or experience with Ansible playbooks and YAML
 * Knowledge of or experience with Linux shell scripting
 * Knowledge of or experience with MongoDB
 * Knowledge of air traffic control and flight services, DevOps
Planning
Teamwork
Equities
Leadership
Purchasing
Mitigation
User Story
Upskilling
Digital.ai
Market Data
Cryptography
Communication
Prioritization
Key Management
Detail Oriented
Time Management
Test Automation
Sprint Planning
Ancient History
Software Systems
Pair Programming
Agile Methodology
Kanban Principles
Analytical Method
Development Testing
Systems Engineering
Time Off Management
Security Engineering
Software Development
Technological Change
Signals Intelligence
Continuous Deployment
Sprint Retrospectives
Recognizing Strengths
Test Automation Tools
Continuous Integration
Collaborative Software
Certified Scrum Master
Scaled Agile Framework
Agile Project Management
Public Key Infrastructure
Certified SAFe Scrum Master
Behavior-Driven Development
Computer Network Operations
Scrum (Software Development)
Continuous-Flow Manufacturing
Test-Driven Development (TDD)
PMI Agile Certified Practitioner
Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI Clearance)
+0, Github
Jenkins
Planning
Equities
Backlogs
DevSecOps
Operations
Leadership
Mentorship
Governance
Innovation
Kubernetes
Mitigation
Market Data
Communication
Accountability
Cyber Security
Prioritization
Sprint Planning
Ancient History
Computer Science
Agile Leadership
Agile Methodology
Change Management
Kanban Principles
Lean Manufacturing
Release Management
Software Solutions
Process Improvement
Development Testing
Integration Testing
Software Engineering
Software Development
Lifecycle Management
Atlassian Confluence
Sprint Retrospectives
Communication Release
Cloud-Native Computing
Stakeholder Management
Certified Scrum Master
Configuration Management
Agile Software Development
Collaborate with Engineers
Certified SAFe Scrum Master
Scrum (Software Development)
PMI Agile Certified Practitioner
SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE)
Project Management Professional Certification
Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI Clearance)
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## Description

CI/CD
Junit
Ansible
VS Code
Aviation
Equities
Debugging
DevSecOps
Pipelines
Leadership
Management
Unix Shell
SAFe Agile
Scalability
Market Data
RESTful API
Claude Code
Unit Testing
Microservices
Version Control
Web Development
Spring Security
Ancient History
Computer Science
Technical Design
Spring Framework
Agile Methodology
Programming Tools
Eclipse (Software)
Development Testing
Air Traffic Control
Software Engineering
Software Development
Software Architecture
Cloud-Native Computing
Operational Efficiency
Artificial Intelligence
Agile Software Development
Java (Programming Language)
Git (Version Control System)
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Scrum (Software Development)
React.js (Javascript Library)
Python (Programming Language)
Continuous Improvement Process
Federal Aviation Administration
Front End (Software Engineering)
Extensible Markup Language (XML)
HyperText Markup Language (HTML)
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
JavaScript (Programming Language), Leidos is seeking Senior Java Software Engineer - Scrum Master to join the Air Traffic Business Area within the Homeland Sector, supporting the development of next-generation flight service and air traffic systems. This work aligns with the FAA's broader initiative to modernize legacy flight service capabilities, replacing aging infrastructure with scalable, cloud-based platforms designed to improve safety and operational efficiency-particularly in remote and high-dependency aviation environments. These efforts focus on delivering mission-critical, future-ready solutions that provide safety-critical flight services to the pilot community.

This is a hybrid technical role where approximately 50% of your time will be spent designing, developing, testing, and maintaining production software, while the remaining 50% will be dedicated to serving as Scrum Master for an Agile development team. We are looking for experienced software engineers who enjoy facilitating Agile teams while remaining actively involved in coding, technical design, reviews, and software delivery.

As a member of a Scaled Agile software development organization, you will contribute to the technical execution of a program that integrates proven, globally deployed technologies with modern cloud-native capabilities. You will work alongside cross-functional teams and technical leaders to deliver predictable outcomes in a highly regulated, safety-critical environment., * Approximately 50% hands-on software engineering: Design, develop, test, review, debug, deploy, and maintain production-quality cloud-native Java microservices while contributing to software architecture and technical design decisions.

 * Approximately 50% Scrum Master responsibilities: Facilitate Agile ceremonies, remove impediments, promote continuous improvement, and help the team deliver predictable sprint outcomes.
 * Leverage modern DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, AI-assisted development tools, and engineering best practices to accelerate the delivery of secure, high-quality software.
 * Coordinate with the Release Train Engineer, management, and cross-functional stakeholders to communicate team status, risks, dependencies, and delivery progress.
 * Support deployment, operational troubleshooting, and resolution of critical issues in development, test, and production environments.
 * Mentor junior engineers and foster collaboration across engineering teams to ensure successful sprint execution and project delivery., CI/CD
Junit
Ansible
VS Code
Aviation
Equities
Debugging
DevSecOps
Pipelines
Leadership
Management
Unix Shell
SAFe Agile
Scalability
Market Data
RESTful API
Claude Code
Unit Testing
Microservices
Version Control
Web Development
Spring Security
Ancient History
Computer Science
Technical Design
Spring Framework
Agile Methodology
Programming Tools
Eclipse (Software)
Development Testing
Air Traffic Control
Software Engineering
Software Development
Software Architecture
Cloud-Native Computing
Operational Efficiency
Artificial Intelligence
Agile Software Development
Java (Programming Language)
Git (Version Control System)
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Scrum (Software Development)
React.js (Javascript Library)
Python (Programming Language)
Continuous Improvement Process
Federal Aviation Administration
Front End (Software Engineering)
Extensible Markup Language (XML)
HyperText Markup Language (HTML)
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
JavaScript (Programming Language)
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