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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Expert Application Developer - **Company:** Cornerstone Defense - **Location:** Hanover, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $235,000.0 - $255,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), PHP (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Data Analysis, Apache HTTP Server, C Shell, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Adobe Coldfusion, Code Review, Databases, Computer Engineering, Linux, Web Development, Perl (Programming Language), Design of User Interfaces, H.323 Protocol, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Media Gateway Control Protocol (MGCP), MongoDB, MySQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Oracle (Applications), Program Analysis, Systems Development Life Cycle, Reverse Engineering, Simple Network Management Protocols, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, System Testing, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, X.25 (ITU-T Recommendations), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Scripting, Data Ingestion, Sybase, Backend, Git, Git Flow, Information Technology, Software Version Control - **Published:** September 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9183249/expert-application-developer ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Mathematics (a minimum of four years of equivalent military experience may substitute for the degree). - or - * Master's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Experience Requirements: * 12+ years with a Bachelor's degree, or 10+ years with a Master's degree, including knowledge/experience in three or more of the following: - System Requirements Analysis - Software System Design - Software System Development - Software System Integration - Software System Testing 8+ years of experience in four or more of the following: - Developing software applications in C, C++, or Java - Developing software for Unix, Linux, or Windows environments - Developing DLLs for Windows - Development on computer telephony platforms using Dialogic or similar technologies - Object-oriented programming - Knowledge of common protocols/standards (TCP/IP, SNMP, H.323, X.25, 802.11, 802.16, SIP, MEGACO, MGCP) - Web development with XML, PHP, MySQL, ColdFusion, or Apache - Scripting with Perl, Python, Bourne shell, C shell, or proprietary languages - Database experience with Sybase, Oracle, or Microsoft - Reverse engineering and software analysis - Kernel-level knowledge of Unix (Linux) - Bit-level data analysis ## Description Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans * Generous PTO Policy * 401(k) * HSA and FSA options * Life and Disability Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and Training * Perks at Work Discount Program * Referral Program * Leads Generation Program * CollegeAmerica 529 * Fitness Reimbursement Program * Travel Assistance * Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions * Life Planning Financial & Legal Services *, The Expert Application Developer designs, develops, and maintains backend libraries and integration services that convert diverse data formats into a standardized internal schema used across multiple applications. This is a hands-on backend role focused primarily on Java, with occasional Python support. No UI development is involved. The role also includes system administration duties, including managing MongoDB, working within Linux environments, performing server upgrades, installing RPMs, monitoring services, and troubleshooting operational issues. Key responsibilities include implementing data ingestion and transformation logic, building reusable libraries for common data formats, ensuring performance and scalability, and contributing to architectural decisions. Collaboration is done through Git-based workflows, code reviews, and continuous development improvements. The ideal candidate has strong Java expertise, familiarity with Python, experience with varied data formats, and practical Linux/MongoDB administration experience. 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