Computer Programming
Software Applications
Software Systems
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SOFTWARE DEVELOPER SENIOR
As a Senior Java Developer you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high‑quality, scalable, and secure Java‑based applications that support critical business operations. This role serves as a technical expert within the development team, providing hands‑on coding, architectural guidance, and mentorship to junior developers. The Senior Java Developer collaborates closely with cross‑functional partners—including product owners, architects, QA engineers, and DevOps teams—to deliver robust solutions aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices.
Key responsibilities include leading the development of new features and enhancements, optimizing system performance, ensuring code quality through reviews and testing, and contributing to architectural decisions. The ideal candidate possesses deep knowledge of Java, Spring ecosystem, APIs, cloud technologies, and modern software development methodologies. Strong problem‑solving skills, communication abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential for success in this role.
List of tasks to be performed:
Participate in the project planning and developement process.
Assist or lead in preparing programming specifications and in developing coding logic
Design, code, test, and debug software application, independently
Maintains highly complex and technical applications and systems
Translating business and technical requirements into application architecture
Implement and maintain DevSecOps (CI/CD)
Performs other job-related tasks as assigned or required to support the duties outlined.
Required Experience Level:
Proficient in the following qualifications Developer
API Development: Building and consuming RESTful APIs.
Java, SQL
Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC): Familiarity with agile methodologies, testing, and debugging
Developing APIs per OpenAPI Specification
Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Ability to debug, troubleshoot, and create solutions to complex requirements
Adaptability: Ability to learn new technologies and tools
Java, SQL, github, automation (pipeline, Jenkins, EBS), AI
Java Developer Senior with experience in the following: SQL, github, automation tools (pipeline, Jenkins, EBS), AI.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Software Developer Senior must have:
● Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree
● Experience: 3+ years of related experience
● Technical skills: ***insert skills, or remove line***
● Security clearance level: ***insert level, or remove line***
● US citizenship required ***remove line if US citizenship is not a requirement of the position***
● Role requirements: ***other specific skills or competencies or customer-specific/role requirements such as travel, onsite, etc.***
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home ***remove if ineligible***
● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation.
8 + years of related experience
* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
Less than 10%
The likely salary range for this position is $97,968 - $126,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
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