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John Deere

2027 Intern - Information Technology

Moline, IL · On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

Experience with Python, Java or JavaScript preferred. * Must pass a Fullstack Software Engineering ... Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national ...

John Deere

2027 Intern - Information Technology

Moline, IL

$14 - $18.50/hr

Experience with Python, Java or JavaScript preferred. * Must pass a Fullstack Software Engineering ... Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national ...

John Deere

$13.50 - $18/hr

Experience with Python, Java or JavaScript preferred. * Must pass a Fullstack Software Engineering ... Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national ...

Auria

Software Developer - Intermediate

Chicago, IL · On-site

The ideal candidate will work on backend services and integration frameworks using Java, C++, and ... of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO our ...

Comtech, LLC

RSA Archer Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Comtech's customer list includes federal and state government agencies as well as Fortune 500 and ... Strong coding (java and VB Scripting) experience for data integration, connecters development and ...

Capital One

Lead Software Engineer, DevOps

Riverwoods, IL · On-site

$54.75 - $75/hr

Utilize programming languages like Java, Python, SQL, Ruby and Go, Container Orchestration services ... Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local ...

Capital One

Lead Software Engineer, DevOps

Riverwoods, IL · On-site

$54.75 - $75/hr

Utilize programming languages like Java, Python, SQL, Ruby and Go, Container Orchestration services ... Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local ...

Capital One

Lead Software Engineer, DevOps

Riverwoods, IL · On-site

$54.75 - $75/hr

Utilize programming languages like Java, Python, SQL, Ruby and Go, Container Orchestration services ... Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for federal java developer in Illinois is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.97 and $56.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a federal Java developer?

A Federal Java Developer is a software developer who specializes in Java programming and works on projects for government agencies or federal contractors. They develop, maintain, and enhance secure, scalable applications that meet federal regulations and standards. This role often requires knowledge of security protocols, cloud services, and compliance with policies like FISMA or FedRAMP. Many positions also require U.S. citizenship and a security clearance due to the sensitivity of government data.

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Federal Java Developers typically design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications that support the unique needs of government agencies. Their daily tasks often include writing and testing code, troubleshooting technical issues, ensuring software meets federal security and compliance standards, and documenting processes for auditing purposes. They frequently collaborate with project managers, business analysts, security teams, and other IT professionals to deliver robust solutions. The role may also involve updating legacy systems and integrating new functionalities in response to evolving agency requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a federal Java developer?

To thrive as a Federal Java Developer, you need expertise in Java programming, object-oriented design, and experience with federal IT standards, often supported by a relevant degree and security clearance eligibility. Familiarity with tools like Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA, frameworks such as Spring or Hibernate, and understanding of federal systems and compliance protocols (like FISMA) are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, clear communication, and collaborative team skills help developers excel in multidisciplinary government environments. These competencies are critical to building secure, compliant, and robust applications that meet the complex requirements of federal agencies.

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Infographic showing various Federal Java Developer job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,242 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Senior Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack (Java, Angular, AWS)

Chicago, IL • On-site

Capital One
Funds, Trusts and Financial Programs • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers to create solutions that meet regulatory needs.

  • Collaborate with digital product managers to deliver robust cloud-based solutions that enhance user experiences.

  • Utilize programming languages, cloud services, and open source frameworks to develop and evaluate full stack systems and microservices.

Capital One rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 148 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Senior Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack (Java, Angular, AWS)

Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment? At Capital One, you'll be part of a big group of makers, breakers, doers and disruptors, who solve real problems and meet real customer needs. We are seeking Full Stack Software Engineers who are passionate about marrying data with emerging technologies. As a Capital One Senior Lead Software Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to be on the forefront of driving a major transformation within Capital One.

Join a team dedicated to building high-performance, cloud-native platforms from the ground up to enable secure spending for millions of cardholders. Our engineers leverage a modern, high-resiliency stack including Java, Go, and AWS native services like Lambda and Fargate to solve complex challenges in financial issuance, real-time security, and global payment servicing. This role offers the rare opportunity to drive technical modernization of critical infrastructure while ensuring low-latency performance at a massive scale. You will have the flexibility to work across various features, providing a deep dive into sophisticated financial domains while making a direct impact on core operations.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with deep experience in distributed microservices, and full stack systems to create solutions that help meet regulatory needs for the company

  • Share your passion for staying on top of tech trends, experimenting with and learning new technologies, participating in internal & external technology communities, mentoring other members of the engineering community, and from time to time, be asked to code or evaluate code

  • Collaborate with digital product managers, and deliver robust cloud-based solutions that drive powerful experiences to help millions of Americans achieve financial empowerment

  • Utilize programming languages like JavaScript, Java, HTML/CSS, TypeScript, SQL, Python, and Go, Open Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of AWS tools and services

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • At least 6 years of experience in software engineering (Internship experience does not apply)

  • At least 1 year experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree

  • 9+ years of experience in at least one of the following: JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, SQL, Python, or Go

  • 4+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Microsoft Azure, or another cloud service

  • 4+ years of experience in open source frameworks

  • 1+ years of people management experience

  • 2+ years of experience in Agile practices

  • Experience leveraging interactive AI tooling to accelerate productivity, utilizing capabilities beyond basic code completion


Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Chicago, IL: $209,000 - $238,500 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer











Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

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