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Salient Federal Solutions, Inc.

Java Developer

Rockville, MD · On-site

$52 - $67.25/hr

Salient CRGT seeks a Java Developer for our Food & Drug Administration/JAADE2 program in Rockville ... The ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust Clearance including a residency requirement for non ...

RSC2 INC

Java Developer

Arlington, VA · Hybrid

$50K - $180K/yr

RSC2 is seeking a highly motivated and talented Java Developer to join our growing team ... Public Trust preferred. * Ability to successfully pass a government issued background investigation.

SAIC

Java Backend Developer Senior

Ashburn, VA · Hybrid

$123K - $160K/yr

Public Trust Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is currently seeking a ... Working closely with the tech lead and senior developers, the Mid-Level Java Developer will ...

Jobsbridge

Java Developer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$60 - $77.75/hr

... a Public Trust clearance or higher Working knowledge of Object Oriented Programming (OOP) as well ... Java, OOD, Eclipse IDE, Soap, Maven build, Java/J2EE, JSP, JSF, JAXB, DOM/SAX, JMS, POJO, GUI ...

SAIC

Java Backend Developer Senior

Ashburn, VA · Hybrid

$123K - $160K/yr

Public Trust Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is currently seeking a ... Working closely with the tech lead and senior developers, the Mid-Level Java Developer will ...

eSimplicity

Java Developer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$102K - $139K/yr

The Java Developer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining scalable ... All candidates must pass public trust clearance through the U.S. Federal Government. This requires ...

eSimplicity

Java Developer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$102K - $139K/yr

The Java Developer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining scalable ... All candidates must pass public trust clearance through the U.S. Federal Government. This requires ...

Veredus - DC

Jr-Mid Java Developer

Alexandria, VA

$54.50 - $70.75/hr

Jr-Mid Java Developer Terms: 1 year contract Pay Rate: $40 Interview Availability: Wednesday ... Candidate must be able to obtain a Public Trust and be OK with waiting 4-5 weeks to start*

eSimplicity

Java Developer

Columbia, MD · Remote

$102K - $139K/yr

The Java Developer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining scalable ... All candidates must pass public trust clearance through the U.S. Federal Government. This requires ...

ASM Research

Java Developer

$52.25 - $67.50/hr

Active Public Trust (IT2) clearance. Preferred Qualifications * Experience working with Cognos or similar reporting platforms. * Exposure to cloud migration or cloud-based environments (e.g., AWS ...

Apex Systems

Java Developer

Oxon Hill, MD · Hybrid

$51.75 - $67/hr

Job#: 3035477 Java Developer Location: Oxon Hill, Maryland (Hybrid) Duration: 6+ month contract-to ... Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DHS Public Trust Education & Experience: * Bachelor ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for public trust java developer in the United States is $56.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49.04 and $63.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges Public Trust Java Developers face when working on government projects?

Public Trust Java Developers often navigate stringent security requirements and compliance standards when working on government projects, which can add complexity to routine development tasks. They may encounter lengthy approval processes for new tools or code deployments and must ensure their work aligns with federal regulations and data protection policies. Additionally, collaboration with cross-functional teams, including security and compliance officers, is essential, requiring strong communication skills and adaptability. These challenges make attention to detail and patience crucial for success in this role.

What is a Public Trust Java Developer?

A Public Trust Java Developer is a software engineer who specializes in building and maintaining Java applications for organizations that require a Public Trust security clearance. This clearance is typically needed for positions involving access to sensitive information in government or federally contracted environments. Public Trust developers must pass a background check and adhere to specific security guidelines while working on projects that may impact national security or public safety. Their core responsibilities include developing, testing, and deploying Java-based solutions while ensuring compliance with security protocols.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Public Trust Java Developer, and why are they important?

To excel as a Public Trust Java Developer, you need strong proficiency in Java programming, software development lifecycle knowledge, and eligibility for a Public Trust security clearance. Experience with frameworks like Spring, database systems such as SQL, and version control tools like Git are typically required, alongside familiarity with secure coding standards. Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help you efficiently deliver solutions in team environments and support secure, government-related projects. These capabilities are crucial for building reliable, secure applications that meet federal standards and maintain public trust.
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Java Developer

Java Developer

Salient Federal Solutions, Inc.

Rockville, MD • On-site

$52 - $67.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Salient CRGT is a leading provider of health, data analytics, cloud, agile software development, mobility, cyber security, and infrastructure solutions. We support these core capabilities with full lifecycle IT services and training-to help our customers meet critical goals for pivotal missions. We are purpose-built for IT transformation supporting federal civilian, defense, homeland, and intelligence agencies, as well as Fortune 1000 companies.
Job Description
Salient CRGT seeks a Java Developer for our Food & Drug Administration/JAADE2 program in Rockville, MD.
In this role, you will be part of an exciting team building, maintaining and troubleshooting software as part of a fast moving dynamic team that is dedicated to helping the FDA meet their software modernization challenges. As a developer, you will be part of a team of other developers, business analysts, DBAs and testers, led by highly technical leadership. Your creativity and problem-solving ability will be an asset as we modernize, enhance, and develop new software solutions for our customers.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelors with 3 years' Java experience (or commensurate experience without a degree).

Experience with the following:
  • PrimeFaces and/or ICEfaces
  • Angular
  • Must be familiar with Agile software development methodology.
  • Have previous experience working in an Agile environment.
  • The ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust Clearance including a residency requirement for non-US Citizens to have lived in the United States a minimum of three (3) of the past five (5) years.
  • Note: Salient CRGT will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this opening.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Previous experience working with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a plus.

Experience with the below following:
  • J2EE
  • Oracle Data Base
  • Hibernate
  • SVN
  • Weblogic
  • Ice Faces 8
  • Jasper report
  • SQL
  • Apache Maven 3.0.4
  • PMD
  • JRebel

(W2 only, no c2c or third party inquiries please)
Qualifications
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelors with 3 years' Java experience (or commensurate experience without a degree).

Experience with the following:
  • PrimeFaces and/or ICEfaces
  • Angular
  • Must be familiar with Agile software development methodology.
  • Have previous experience working in an Agile environment.
  • The ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust Clearance including a residency requirement for non-US Citizens to have lived in the United States a minimum of three (3) of the past five (5) years.
  • Note: Salient CRGT will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this opening.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Previous experience working with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a plus.

Experience with the below following:
  • J2EE
  • Oracle Data Base
  • Hibernate
  • SVN
  • Weblogic
  • Ice Faces 8
  • Jasper report
  • SQL
  • Apache Maven 3.0.4
  • PMD
  • JRebel

(W2 only, no c2c or third party inquiries please)
Additional Information
If you feel you are qualified for this position, express interest by clicking the Apply button below (if you are viewing this position on the Salient CRGT website). If you are viewing this job posting outside of the Salient CRGT website, please visit: www.salientcrgt.com/careers to express interest in this position through the Salient CRGT Careers page.
Salient CRGT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other factor prohibited by applicable anti-discrimination laws.
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