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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Gridiron IT Solutions LLC
- **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $240,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Apache ActiveMQ, Build Automation, Databases, Distributed Systems, Gradle, Enterprise Messaging Systems, MongoDB, Mockito, Swagger, Software Engineering, Web Application Frameworks, Openapi, Spring-boot, Kubernetes Helm Charts, Software Application Programming, Git, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Apache Nifi, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** August 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9070076/software-engineer

## About the Role

Strong experience in Java development and microservices architecture
Hands-on experience with RESTful API design and development
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems
Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working within Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments
Exposure to event-driven architectures and distributed systems
Clearance Requirement:

Active TS/SCI with polygraph
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $140,000 - $240,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

## Description

We are seeking a skilled Software Developer with strong experience in Java-based application development and modern microservices architectures. This role involves designing, developing, and deploying scalable, containerized applications in a cloud-enabled environment., Design, develop, and maintain RESTful services using Java and modern frameworks
Build applications leveraging libraries such as Spring Boot, Mockito, Lombok, and OpenAPI (Swagger)
Manage source code using Git and build automation tools such as Gradle
Integrate and work with distributed systems and messaging technologies (e.g., Kafka, ActiveMQ, NiFi)
Develop and maintain applications utilizing databases such as MongoDB
Containerize applications and deploy to Kubernetes clusters using Helm Charts
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software delivery


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