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Support hiring and onboarding Requirements * 10+ years Java engineering/development experience * 5+ ... federal, state, or local law. #M- #LI- Ref: #431-IT Tampa #LI-BS1 #M1

Support hiring and onboarding Requirements * 10+ years Java engineering/development experience * 5+ ... federal, state, or local law. #M- #LI- Ref: #431-IT Tampa #LI-BS1 #M1

Support hiring and onboarding Requirements * 10+ years Java engineering/development experience * 5+ ... federal, state, or local law. #M- #LI- Ref: #431-IT Tampa #LI-BS1 #M1

Support hiring and onboarding Requirements * 10+ years Java engineering/development experience * 5+ ... federal, state, or local law. #M- #LI- Ref: #431-IT Tampa #LI-BS1 #M1

Support hiring and onboarding Requirements * 10+ years Java engineering/development experience * 5+ ... federal, state, or local law. #M- #LI- Ref: #431-IT Tampa #LI-BS1 #M1

Support hiring and onboarding Requirements * 10+ years Java engineering/development experience * 5+ ... federal, state, or local law. #M- #LI- Ref: #431-IT Tampa #LI-BS1 #M1

Support hiring and onboarding Requirements * 10+ years Java engineering/development experience * 5+ ... federal, state, or local law. #M- #LI- Ref: #431-IT Tampa #LI-BS1 #M1

Support hiring and onboarding Requirements * 10+ years Java engineering/development experience * 5+ ... federal, state, or local law. #M- #LI- Ref: #431-IT Tampa #LI-BS1 #M1

Support hiring and onboarding Requirements * 10+ years Java engineering/development experience * 5+ ... federal, state, or local law. #M- #LI- Ref: #431-IT Tampa #LI-BS1 #M1

Systems Engineer

Moorestown, NJ ยท On-site

$79K - $135K/yr

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and ... Proficiency in C++, Java, MATLAB or Python Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degree in ...

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How much do federal java developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for federal java developer in Philadelphia, PA is $54.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.55 and $64.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Federal Java Developer position, and why are they important?

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.

What is a Federal Java Developer job?

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.

What are some common responsibilities of a Federal Java Developer within a government agency?

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 most commonly searched types of Federal Java Developer jobs in Philadelphia, PA? The most popular types of Federal Java Developer jobs in Philadelphia, PA are:
Infographic showing various Federal Java Developer job openings in Philadelphia, PA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,835 per year, or $54.7 per hour.

Software Engineer, I - Java

Office Practicum

Fort Washington, PA โ€ข On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

Description:

The Software Engineer, I is a part of our development team This role focuses on analyzing and resolving issues, refactoring code, and maintaining the capabilities of our highly scalable multi-tenant healthcare technology platform. As an individual contributor, you will collaborate with other members of your cross functional team, learn technologies and techniques, and produce high quality software.


Essential Functions / Tasks / Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate, as part of the development team, to create technical solutions for our software products.
  • Own troubleshooting, and fixing integration support issues in Production and during Implementation
  • Optimize, refactor, enhance, debug, and troubleshoot existing code
  • Perform root cause analysis, and propose effective solutions for bugs in the software
  • Follow all OP best practices and coding standards
  • Document, Maintain, and Own technical artifacts, internal knowledge base, and templates for all integrations; bringing in industry knowledge as appropriate to improve OPโ€™s solutions.
  • Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of the applications
  • Understand specifications and requirements for the development/enhancements of interfaces and other types of data exchange, including but not limited to HIE standards and OP interfaces
  • Write, review, and debug basic programming assignments that are well defined and include mostly debug issues.
  • Protect the integrity of code: creating, submitting and utilizing tests.
  • Provide transparency of work to the company.
  • Transfer knowledge within the department and to other technical teams.
Requirements:

Competencies:

  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple simultaneous engagements
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills with experience to troubleshoot and to resolve problems
  • Ability to analyze complex information sets and communicate that information in a clear well thought out and well laid out manner
  • Demonstrable experience designing, building, and maintaining interface integrations based on HIE and OP standards
  • Referenceable experience being an individual contributor in a fast paced team based environment
  • Talented with one or more of the following development languages: Java, .Net, React JS, Delphi, or Python
  • Basic database skills (MySQL Mongo DB)
  • AI tools (Claude)
  • Effective building unit test and using unit test frameworks
  • Awareness of AWS capabilities and services
  • Basic understanding of version control systems like GIT or Subversion
  • Working knowledge with SCM and IDEs
  • Basic understanding of software documentation
  • Proficient in Health IT standards and protocols, including but not limited to FHIR, HL7, CCDA, and X12
  • Working knowledge of networking protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, HTTP, FTP, REST...)
  • History of exemplary performance and personal integrity

Education / Professional Certifications or Licenses Required:

  • Bachelorโ€™s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field OR a combination of equivalent / relevant work experience and demonstrated OP knowledge

Experience Requirements:

  • 2+ years of experience with Java 17 or above and Spring Boot
  • Experience using AI tools (Claude)
  • Experience with React preferred

Work Environment / Physical demands/ Travel Requirements:

  • This role operates in a professional, remote office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.
  • Occasional travel to conferences, team meetings, etc.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Our company is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis [โ€œprotected classโ€] including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, ancestry, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, non-job related handicap or disability, or the use of a guide or support animal, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age [18 and over] - [40 or over], physical or mental disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, marital status, protected action, concerted activity, or any other protected class under federal, state or local law.


Americans with Disabilities Act Statement:

Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities, which may include providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. In general, it is your responsibility to notify your supervisor of the need for accommodation. Upon doing so, your supervisor may ask you for your input or the type of accommodation you believe may be necessary or the functional limitations caused by your disability. Also, when appropriate, we may need your permission to obtain additional information from your physician or other medical or rehabilitation professionals.