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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Java Developer - **Company:** Leidos, Inc. - **Location:** Bethesda, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $107,900.0 - $195,050.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Code Review, Signals Intelligence, Computer Programming, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Github, Spring Framework, Junit, Python (Programming Language), Key Management, NoSQL, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Software Systems, System Programming, System Testing, Systems Integration, Software Organization, Scripting, Google Cloud, Computer Network Operations, Git Flow, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Performance Monitor, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Katalon Studio, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** July 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8716938/sr-java-developer ## About the Role * Familiarity with common Agile practices, service-orientated environments, and development practices * Familiarity with Java based design patterns and implementing RESTful APIs. * Familiarity with integrating with and delivering within DevOps toolsets/practices * Familiarity with development in Commercial Cloud Platforms (ex, AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) and leveraging cloud data services (ex: S3, RDS, EFS) * Familiarity with using version control systems and issue/problem tracking systems * Bachelor's degree with 8 or more years of prior relevant experience or Master's degree with 6 or more years of relevant experience. Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree. * To be considered must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance * Familiarity with the Spring Framework, microservices architecture and integrating with relational and NoSQL databases. * Direct experience utilizing software testing performance tools, such as Junit and scripting languages, such as Python, and Bash while working in an Agile development environment * Experience with SAFe development practices ## Description has an exciting opportunity for a in our . Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At , we offer , including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. A Java developer on this program provides Agile development and operations and maintenance for mission critical systems. Based in DevOps framework, this role participates in major deliverables of projects through all aspects of the software development lifecycle including scope and work estimation, design, coding and unit testing. * Design, develop, test and maintain high-performance, scalable backend microservices using Java and the Spring Framework to meet customer information technology needs. * Participate in software programming initiatives and code reviews. * Develops software system validation and testing methods using Junit and Katalon and uses integrated custom developed software solutions to leverage automated deployment technologies * Develop, prototype and deploy solutions within a cloud-based platform leveraging platform services. * Support the Agile software development lifecycle following Program SAFe practices while coordinating closely with team members, Product Owners and Scrum Masters to ensure User Story alignment and implementation to customer use cases * Document and perform systems software development, including deployment of build artifacts across different environments leveraging GitFlow constructs and using industry leading DevOps tools like GitHub, Jenkins, and scripting (e.g., python, bash) * Apply and identify software development best practices and standard operating procedures creating innovative solutions to meet the technical needs of customers. ## Related Videos - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [How Unit Testing Saved My Career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1642-how-unit-testing-saved-my-career) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Bringing AI Model Testing and Prompt Management to Your Codebase with GitHub Models](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1536-bringing-ai-model-testing-and-prompt-management-to-your-codebase-with-github-models) - [From boy scouting to redrawing the landscape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1140-from-boy-scouting-to-redrawing-the-landscape) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [93 Java Interview Questions You Should Prepare For](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/14-93-java-interview-questions-you-should-prepare-for) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges)