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Java Backend Software Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$53.50 - $69.50/hr

Be it core Java, full-stack Java, Web/UI designers, Big Data or Cloud or Mobility developers/architects, we have them all. RESPONSIBILITIES Participate in development of backend Design,implement, and ...

Full stack Java Developer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$55.75 - $72/hr

Advanced hands on experience building solutions using J2EE technologies: core Java, J2EE, Spring, JPA with Hibernate, Web Services, XML Experienced in Java based Web application development using ...

Jr.Java Fullstack Developer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$55.75 - $72/hr

Be it core Java, full-stack Java, Web/UI designers, Big Data or Cloud or Mobility developers/architects, we have them all. 2+ years of JavaScript: Experience coding modular, object-oriented ...

The ideal candidate should be comfortable working with both Java and C++, DevOps practices, and debugging complex issues. Years of experience needed - * 3 to 8 years of experience as Java/C ...

Full Stack Java Developer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$55.75 - $72/hr

AngularJS Hadoop deployment experience Apache Storm or other Stream computing software Apache Kafka Knowledge of Spatial programming. Oracle Spatial or ArcGIS XAP GigaSpaces or other In-memory data ...

Senior Java/J2EE Developer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$60.75 - $77.50/hr

Senior Java/J2EE Developer w/d Capital and Banking Domain Exp Location: 100% Remote role Duration: Long Term C2C / C2H / Fulltime Technical Skills: * Java, Spring Batch, Spring Boot, Micro Services

Android Software Developer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$59.25 - $77.75/hr

As an Android developer, you will be working with a small team of engineers to develop our first ... Fluency with Java. * Experience and depth of understanding of the latest Android SDK. * Must know ...

Android Software Developer

San Diego, CA

$59.25 - $77.75/hr

As an Android developer, you will be working with a small team of engineers to develop our first ... Fluency with Java. * Experience and depth of understanding of the latest Android SDK. * Must know ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for java developer developer in San Diego, CA is $60.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.07 and $67.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectJava Developer DeveloperJava Software Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science or related field, Java certificationsBachelor's in Computer Science or related field, Java certifications
Work EnvironmentDevelopment teams, tech companies, software firmsDevelopment teams, tech companies, software firms
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in software development companiesOften used interchangeably with Java Developer, in similar settings

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Principal Software Engineer - Java Developer

Northrop Grumman Corporation

San Diego, CA • On-site

$114K - $171K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

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Northrop Grumman rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 370 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking to add a Principal Software Engineer - Java Middle Layer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Software organization. This position will be filled out of our Software Engineering organization and will support the team on site in San Diego, CA.
The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.
Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Collaborate and work in a team environment with Systems Engineering, Cloud & Application, Test Automation, DevSecOps and Systems Test, in an Agile software development environment.
• Participate in the software development cycle including prototype and graphic user interface design, implementation and delivery of build/test/release.
• Work with object-oriented programming, design patterns, JMS, Web Services, XML and related technologies (i.e., XPath, XSLT, XSD)
• Develop enterprise solutions for Java Enterprise Edition (JEE) in a SOA environment
• Work in a process-oriented software development environment across the software lifecycle
• Collaborate with team members on a regular basis.
The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. An occasional travel requirement up to 10% may be needed.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related engineering experience.
• Experience with the full SW Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience with Agile SW development, SW integration and testing.
• Experience with the following programming and scripting languages: Java, C, C++, and Python.
• Experience with two of the following tools: Jira, GitLab, Docker, Fortify, Coverity, or Black Duck.
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Access Program (SAP) access via a Program Access Request (PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain subsequent SAP PARs following commencement of employment to be able to completely support statement of work.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Able to document, capture, and present software architectural components in modeling or diagramming tools.
• Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) access.
Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939