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# Senior Java Developer :: Washington, DC (Remote)

- **Company:** ARK Solutions, Inc.
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Databases, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Systems Development Life Cycle, Secure Coding, Systems Integration, Management of Software Versions, Web Applications, Spring-boot, Gitlab, Database Migration, Containerization, AI Platforms, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Docker, Jenkins
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/64c7dad1-9c7a-408c-8417-c06630d0753b/senior-java-developer-washington-dc-remote

## About the Role

* Hands-on engineering across the full SDLC for web-based applications.
 * Experience with Spring Boot, Jenkins/GitLab CI/CD, and Flyway for database change management.
 * Integration of AI-enabled capabilities where appropriate.
 * Senior-level experience in Java development in a web-based environment.
 * Strong experience with:
 + Spring Boot services, configuration, and security patterns
 + REST APIs and service integration
 + Relational databases and SQL
 + Flyway for database migration/version control
 + Jenkins and/or GitLab for CI/CD
 * Proven DevSecOps experience, including automated build/test/deploy and secure coding practices.
 * Experience supporting applications in production, including incident support and operational stability.
 * Strong written/verbal communication skills and ability to work independently on complex initiatives.

Preferred Skills:

 * 18 years of hands-on development experience.
 * Experience with AI-enabled application features or integrating AI services/APIs.
 * Experience with COTS integration and enterprise modernization efforts.
 * Experience in regulated environments with security/compliance constraints.
 * Familiarity with containerization and cloud-ready deployment patterns (Docker/Kubernetes) is a plus.

## Description

* Design, develop, test, and maintain Java web applications using Spring Boot.
 * Develop and integrate RESTful APIs, ensuring secure and reliable service communication.
 * Apply DevSecOps practices throughout delivery:
 + Build/maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and/or GitLab
 + Implement automated testing and quality gates
 + Integrate security checks into pipelines
 * Manage database versioning and deployments using Flyway.
 * Troubleshoot and resolve production issues; perform root-cause analysis; optimize performance and reliability.
 * Support integration efforts and coordinate with security, operations, and architecture teams.
 * Participate in Agile ceremonies, peer reviews, and technical documentation; uphold coding standards and best practices.
 * Identify opportunities to incorporate AI while meeting security governance requirements.