Senior Java Developer (Active TS/SCI with Poly Required
GDIT· Defense IT· Aug 26, 2026 · 2mo agoPosted 62 days ago
Annapolis Junction, MD
In office
Full-time
Senior
$164K–$207K
5+ years exp
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Job description
Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
Software Engineering
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Agile Software Development, Kubernetes, Native Apps, Spring Boot Certifications:
None Experience:
5 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Build Mission-Critical Software That Matters At General Dynamics Information Technology , you’ll work on high-impact systems that support national security missions at scale. We’re looking for a Senior Java Developer to help design and build modern, cloud-native applications in a fast-paced Agile environment.
This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex backend challenges, building scalable microservices, and working with modern technologies alongside a strong technical team.
What You’ll Do Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java/Kotlin microservices
Build high-throughput backend systems and APIs
Deploy and support applications in AWS using Docker and Kubernetes
Troubleshoot and optimize distributed systems
Contribute to architecture, CI/CD, and engineering best practices
Collaborate across Agile teams to deliver mission-focused solutions
Tech Stack Languages & Frameworks
Java 21, Kotlin, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Data
Cloud & Infrastructure
AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux
Data & Streaming
Kafka, Cassandra, DynamoDB
Tooling
GitLab CI/CD, Maven, Node.js, SonarQube, IntelliJ, VSCode, ReactJS
Qualifications Required Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field
5 years of software development experience
4 years of Java development experience
Experience with microservices, Spring, Docker, and Kubernetes
Strong understanding of scalable backend architecture
Preferred Experience leading Agile development teams
Mentoring or technical leadership experience
Linux experience
Why Join GDIT? Work on meaningful, mission-driven technology
Modern engineering environment and cloud-native stack
Opportunities for technical growth and leadership
Collaborative, high-performing team culture
WHAT GDIT CAN OFFER YOU 401K with company match
Rewards program for high-performing employees
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Diverse, highly collaborative teams
Challenging work that makes a real impact on the world around you
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Flexible work schedule
Work Life balance
Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
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
● 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.
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The likely salary range for this position is $164,382 - $207,000. 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.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
None
T elecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA MD Annapolis Junction
Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
About Our Work:
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.
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