Über diese Java Developer Stelle bei Leidos
Leidos has an exciting opportunity for a Java Developer to join our Intel Security Sector's Analysis Solutions Business Area in Bethesda, Maryland. Our talented team is at the forefront of Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management, delivering innovative solutions that support critical national security missions.
This opportunity offers more than just a rewarding technical role. Located just outside Washington, D.C., Bethesda, Maryland, combines access to the nation's leading defense, intelligence, and technology communities with an exceptional quality of life. From vibrant restaurants and entertainment to beautiful parks, highly regarded schools, and convenient access to the greater Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, Bethesda offers an appealing place to build both your career and your future.
At Leidos, we recognize the value of our employees and offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid holidays, a 401(k) with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, flexible schedules, discounted stock purchase plans, technical upskilling, education and training support, paid parental leave, and much more.
Join Leidos and put your technical expertise to work supporting missions that make a difference in National Security!
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Java Developer to support the Agile development, operations, and maintenance of mission-critical systems. Working within a DevOps framework, the successful candidate will contribute to major project deliverables throughout the software development lifecycle, including scope definition and work estimation, architecture and design, coding, and unit testing.
This role offers the opportunity to develop and maintain modern software solutions, collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams, and apply innovative technologies to address complex customer requirements. Based in Bethesda, Maryland, you'll be positioned in the heart of the National Capital Region's thriving defense and intelligence technology community.
Primary Responsibilities
- Backend Development: Design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance, scalable backend microservices using Java and the Spring Framework to meet customer information technology needs.
- Software Engineering and Architecture: Participate in software programming initiatives, contribute to shaping backend architecture, and conduct code reviews.
- Testing and Automation: Develop software system validation and testing methods using JUnit and Katalon, and leverage integrated, custom-developed software solutions to support automated deployment technologies.
- Cloud-Based Development: Develop, prototype, and deploy solutions within a cloud-based platform, leveraging available platform services.
- Agile Collaboration: Support the Agile software development lifecycle following Program SAFe practices, coordinating closely with team members, Product Owners, and Scrum Masters to ensure User Story alignment and implementation in accordance with customer use cases.
- DevOps and Configuration Management: Document and perform systems software development activities, including deploying build artifacts across different environments using GitFlow constructs and industry-leading DevOps tools such as GitHub, Jenkins, and scripting languages (e.g., Python and Bash).
- Continuous Improvement: Apply and identify software development best practices and standard operating procedures to create innovative solutions that address customers' technical needs.
Required Skills, Education, and Experience
- Familiarity with common Agile practices, service-oriented environments, and software development practices.
- Familiarity with Java and the Spring Framework, microservices architecture and design patterns, RESTful API implementation, and integration with relational and NoSQL databases.
- Familiarity with integrating and delivering software solutions within DevOps toolsets and practices.
- Direct experience utilizing software testing and performance tools, such as JUnit, and scripting languages, including Python and Bash, within an Agile development environment.
- Familiarity with development in commercial cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) and leveraging cloud data services (e.g., S3, RDS, EFS).
- Familiarity with version control systems and issue/problem tracking systems.
- Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree with 4 or more years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 2 or more years of relevant experience. Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Security Clearance: Must possess an active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance to be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with SAFe development practices.
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Original Posting:
October 27, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
