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Accenture Federal Services

Java Developer

Washington, DC

$57.75 - $74.75/hr

S. federal agencies build the government of the future. With 4,000 dedicated US employees ... Experience with Java Application Servers (WebSphere or WebLogic)or Open Source Application Servers ...

Infojini Inc

Java developer

Durham, NC

$49.25 - $63.75/hr

... state and federal agencies such as State of North Carolina, State of South Carolina, State of ... Java Developer Location:Durham NC - 27701 Duration:12 months Contract CLient: State of NC-484218 ...

Noblis

JAVA Developer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$46.75 - $60.50/hr

The Java Developer will work as part of a software development team to design, develop, maintain ... We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal ...

Digital Links Inc

Backend Java Developer

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$51.75 - $67/hr

Backend Java Developer Location: Ashburn, VA (Hybrid - 2 Days Onsite) Employment Type: Full-Time ... Citizens and eligible to work on federal projects. Required Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in ...

INSPYR Solutions

Java Developer (API)

Vienna, VA · On-site

$55 - $60/hr

Title: Java Developer (API) Location: Vienna, VA (REMOTE) Duration: Initial 6 month contract with ... In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local ...

Addison Group

Java Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Java Developer Industry: Information Technology / Software Development Location (City, State ... federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws ...

Adtech

Java Developer (Junior)

Ashburn, VA · On-site

Junior Java Developer (Federal Project) Location: Ashburn, VA (Hybrid 2 days a week onsite) Employment Type: Full-Time Need Position Overview We are seeking a motivated Junior Java Developer to join ...

search-tactics

Backend Java Developer

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$51.75 - $67/hr

Active CBP BI Clearance preferred Position Overview We are seeking a Backend Java Developer to support a mission-critical federal modernization initiative. The successful candidate will design ...

Infojini Inc

Java Developer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$58.75 - $76/hr

... state and federal agencies such as State of North Carolina, State of South Carolina, State of ... Java Developer Location: Arlington, VA Duration: 3 months contract to Hire Client: Direct Client ...

US IT Solutions Inc

java developer

Nebraska City, NE

$45.75 - $59.25/hr

... Java/J2EE Web Developer The Developer will be responsible for designing, prototyping, coding ... supporting the Federal Tax Payment System within Government Solutions. Job Specific ...

Infojini Inc

Java Developer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$54.50 - $70.75/hr

... state and federal agencies such as State of North Carolina, State of South Carolina, State of ... Java Developer Location: Bethesda, MD Duration : Full Time Client: Direct Client Mode of interview:

Infojini Inc

Java Developer

Waltham, MA · On-site

$55 - $71.25/hr

... state and federal agencies such as State of North Carolina, State of South Carolina, State of ... Java Developer No of Positions: 2 Duration: 5+ Months Location: Waltham, MA Client: Direct Client ...

Comtech, LLC

Java Developer

Calverton, MD

$52.75 - $68/hr

... Level 3" Java Developer to help us build an Internet-facing citizen engagement system and a SOA ... Experience in software development for federal government * Database Design and Tuning * Experience ...

Infojini Inc

Java Developer

Bethesda, MD

$54.50 - $70.75/hr

... state and federal agencies such as State of North Carolina, State of South Carolina, State of ... We are looking for Mid-Level Java Developer in NIH Bethesda, MD for Full Time position. Please send ...

Hudson Manpower

Java Developer V

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$49 - $63.25/hr

Java Developer V Location: Cincinnati, OH - ONSITE TOP SKILLS: Must Have Excellent written and ... federal, state, and local laws. Competitive base salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance ...

asrcfh

Java Developer

Arlington, VA · Hybrid

$58.75 - $76/hr

ASRC Federal Agile Management LLC is seeking a Java Developer with experience in building high-performing, scalable, enterprise-grade applications to support a government contract in Arlington, VA.

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How much do federal java developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for federal java developer in the United States is $54.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.27 and $64.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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.

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.

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Infographic showing various Federal Java Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,099 per year, or $54.4 per hour.

Java Developer

Accenture Federal Services

Washington, DC

$57.75 - $74.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

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Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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Company Description

Accenture Federal Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Accenture, helps U.S. federal agencies build the government of the future. With 4,000 dedicated US employees, Accenture Federal Services is uniquely positioned to support federal agencies in shattering the status quo, achieving profound efficiencies and relentlessly delivering results. Accenture Federal Services is a long-time and trusted resource for the federal community. Every cabinet level agency in the United States-and 20 of the country's largest federal government agencies-have worked with Accenture Federal Services to achieve outcomes and move toward high performance. Join us and you can help our federal clients achieve what matters most, powering the services that touch the nation every day.

Job Description

These positions are within our AT&A group. AT&A professionals work with application and technical architects to translate a business need into a robust and integrated technology solution. They are skilled in delivery approaches and methods, and the supporting development and run-time environments required to design, build and deploy custom application solutions for Accenture Federal Services clients. Specifically for this role, you will leverage your skills to implement these solutions on Java EE platforms.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of client facing work experience developing Java Minimum of 3 years of work experience with J2EE frameworks (e.g. Spring, JSF) or ORM tools (e.g. Hibernate) Minimum of 3 years of work experience using Java development tools (e.g. Eclipse, JUnit, Subversion)

US Citizen and/or Green Card Holder

Additional Information

Preferred Skills: Experience with Java Application Servers (WebSphere or WebLogic)or Open Source Application Servers (i.e. JBoss) Experience with rules platform and rules maintenance architecturesExperience with Rules Package solutions (Blaze or iLog) or Open Source Rules Engine (i.e. Drools) Architecture design experience and design patterns Performance testing Previous consulting experience Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Technical ScienceAn active security clearance or the ability to obtain one may be required for this role. Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.  Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require now or in the future sponsorship by the employer for a visa. Accenture is a federal contractor, an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Equal Employment Opportunity All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. 

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