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# Software Engineering Lead (Java, OpenFGA)

- **Company:** Accenture
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $106,300.0 - $221,100.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, User Authentication, Code Review, OAuth, OpenID, OpenShift, Scrum Methodology, Role-Based Access Control, Software Engineering, Spring-boot, SC Clearance, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Api Design, Restful APIs, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** July 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/2645A84BA21D4C36B0EE5216EE8B1A44/job/

## About the Role

* Extensive hands on experience with Java and Spring Boot
 * Proven leadership in software development initiatives
 * Strong understanding of microservices architecture
 * Expertise in authentication and authorization frameworks (OAuth, OIDC, RBAC)
 * Solid background in designing and implementing RESTful APIs
 * Proficiency with core AWS services
 * Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift
 * Active Secret Clearance
 * Requires onsite 2-3x/week in Arlington, VA

Bonus points if you have:

 * Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering or Technical Science
 * Previous consulting experience and understanding customer/business needs

Eligibility Requirements:

 * US Citizenship required

## Description

Lead the technical design and development of the OpenFGA authorization service implementation, ensuring delivery of the Java REST API wrapper and integration across the enterprise. You will architect the Java REST API wrapper solution for OpenFGA integration. Define technical standards, development practices, and API design patterns. Lead sprint planning, code reviews, and technical decision-making. You will also coordinate across development, AWS, and onboarding teams.

Additional Responsibilities:

 * Manage technical risks and dependencies
 * Ensure security best practices for authorization service
 * Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance
 * Interface with stakeholders on technical requirements and timelines


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