Senior Software Engineer – Data Integration Libraries (Java/Python)
GDIT· Defense IT· Oct 5, 2026 · 23d ago
Hanover, MD
In office
Full-time
Senior
$162K–$219K
8+ years exp
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:
Java APIs, Java Frameworks, Linux, Linux Management, Python Software Development Certifications:
None Experience:
8 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Job Description
Transform technology into opportunity as a Software Developer Sr Principal at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career.
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
The Senior Software Engineer will design, develop, and maintain backend libraries and services that transform diverse data formats into a common, reusable schema consumed by multiple applications across the organization. This is a hands‑on technical role focused primarily on Java development, with secondary responsibility for Python‑based components where needed. There is no UI work; the emphasis is on building robust libraries and integration services that can reliably ingest, interpret, and convert constantly changing data sources into a standardized internal model.
In addition to core development responsibilities, this role includes a system administration component. The engineer will help manage and optimize MongoDB services, work within a Linux ecosystem, and perform operational tasks such as upgrading servers, installing RPMs, monitoring services, and troubleshooting environment issues.
Key responsibilities include designing and implementing data ingestion and transformation logic, creating and maintaining shared libraries for common data formats, ensuring performance and scalability, and contributing to architectural decisions around data modeling and integration patterns. The role also involves collaborating through modern development practices, including Git‑based source control, code reviews, and continuous improvement of development workflows.
The ideal candidate has deep experience in Java (and familiarity with Python), a strong understanding of working with varied data formats (e.g., JSON, XML, CSV, and custom structures), and practical experience administering Linux‑based systems and MongoDB in production environments. Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to engage in both development and operational tasks are critical for success in this role.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Software Developer Sr Principal must have:
● Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree
● Experience: 8 years of related experience
● Technical skills: Java, Python, Gradle, JSON, XML, CSV, custom data formats, MongoDB (development and administration), MongoDB Java/Python drivers, Linux (system administration and shell scripting), RPM-based package management (yum, dnf, rpm), service management (systemd), Git (branching, pull requests, code reviews)
● Security clearance level: TOP SECRET
● US citizenship required
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
● 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.
The likely salary range for this position is $162,037 - $219,227. 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 Hanover
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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