Java Engineer I
Agile Defense1 month ago
Arlington, VA, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$70k - $110k/yr
Responsibilities
- Implement API endpoints and business logic for wrapper services.
- Develop and maintain backend microservices and distributed systems for enterprise AI operations.
- Develop features for OpenFGA data model management.
- Build and optimize APIs and event-driven architectures for scalable data flow.
- Write unit and integration tests, debug software defects, and maintain reliable code.
- Assist with documentation and code examples.
- Participate in code reviews and team ceremonies.
- Support onboarding team members with technical questions.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent GED.
- 1–3 years of experience.
- Active Secret clearance required to start.
- Hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot.
- Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
- Proficiency with core AWS services.
- Preferred familiarity with Django, NATS, Kafka, Redis, ClickHouse, OpenTelemetry, OpenRouter, and LiteLLM.
- Preferred experience collaborating with AI, DevSecOps, data engineering, platform engineering, and cybersecurity teams.
Benefits
- Hybrid work arrangement with onsite work twice per week in Rosslyn, Virginia.
- Collaborative, employee-focused culture centered on Agile Defense's stated core values.
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About Agile Defense
Agile Defense provides IT services and cybersecurity solutions for U.S. defense and federal civilian agencies, including digital transformation, systems integration, C4ISR support, data analytics, and cloud. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, the privately held company is owned by Enlightenment Capital and operates across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Its work centers on securing sensitive missions and modernizing government technology environments through managed services and mission-focused engineering.