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BizFirst

$45 - $60/hr

This is a remote position. Summary: · Job Title: Software Developer (Cleared) - DoD Program · Clearance: Active Top Secret (TS) clearance required to start; TS/SCI preferred · Work Location Type:

SAIC

Senior System Safety Engineer

IN · Remote

$80K - $120K/yr

Remote Work, IN, US Date Posted: 2026-06-02 Category: Engineering and Sciences Subcategory: Sys ... Integrate safety considerations across all stages of the DoD acquisition lifecycle: concept ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to ...

BLACKROCK STRATEGY INC

Industrial Engineer

Huntsville, AL · Remote

$71K - $96K/yr

Active DoD Secret clearance required * Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI eligibility PREFERRED ... Remote position with periodic travel requirements up to 25% * Collaboration with engineering teams ...

SAIC

Senior System Safety Engineer

DC · Remote

$80K - $120K/yr

Remote Work, DC, US Date Posted: 2026-06-02 Category: Engineering and Sciences Subcategory: Sys ... Integrate safety considerations across all stages of the DoD acquisition lifecycle: concept ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to ...

Vets2PM

DoD SkillBridge - System Administator

$80K - $120K/yr

Remote Applicantsmust be active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for theDoD SkillBridge ... You'll work closely with Security, Engineering, and Operations to enforce strong access controls ...

ManTech International

Acquisition Software Engineer

$150K - $268K/yr

This is a remote, part-time-on-call position that requires an active DoD TS/SCI clearance. The ... Support engineering activities and programmatic milestones through the development and review of ...

The Pennsylvania State University

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You will:

Main Sail LLC

SAP ABAP Developer - Remote

Arlington, VA · Remote

$50 - $100/hr

SAP ABAP Developer Main Sail LLC is looking for a functional SAP ABAP consultant to provide support ... Active DoD Secret Clearance. * ABAP development. * Collaboration with functional, Basis, and ...

Main Sail LLC

SAP ABAP Developer - Remote

Arlington, VA · Remote

$50 - $100/hr

SAP ABAP Developer Main Sail LLC is looking for a functional SAP ABAP consultant to provide support ... Active DoD Secret Clearance. * ABAP development. * Collaboration with functional, Basis, and ...

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How much do remote dod engineering jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote dod engineering in the United States is $33.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.44 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Dod Engineering vs Remote Cybersecurity Engineer?

AspectRemote Dod EngineeringRemote Cybersecurity Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, Security+ or CISSP certifications often preferredBachelor's in Computer Science or related, CISSP, CEH, or Security+ certifications
Work EnvironmentPrimarily government agencies, defense contractors, remote or on-sitePrivate sector, government, or defense, often remote or hybrid
Industry UsageDefense, aerospace, government projectsCybersecurity firms, government agencies, private sector
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Remote Dod Engineering and Remote Cybersecurity Engineer share overlapping credentials and work environments, especially in defense and government sectors. However, Dod Engineering focuses on designing and maintaining defense systems, while Cybersecurity Engineers specialize in protecting digital assets from cyber threats. Both roles are critical in security-focused industries and often require similar certifications and remote work setups.

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Software Developer - Java

BizFirst

Remote

$45 - $60/hr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

This is a remote position.

Summary:


· Job Title: Software Developer (Cleared) - DoD Program

· Clearance: Active Top Secret (TS) clearance required to start; TS/SCI preferred

· Work Location Type: Remote (United States)

· Work Type: Contract 1099

· Openings: 2


Software Developer (Cleared) - DoD Program - Remote.


BizFirst is assisting our client with recruiting two Software Developers (Cleared) - Remote. These positions will support mission-critical systems for a program within the United States Department of Defense. The selected candidates will develop, enhance, and maintain enterprise Java applications that support national security operations while working in a fast-paced agile environment with cross-functional technical teams.

These roles are well suited for technically inclined backend developers who are strong in Java, comfortable with secure enterprise systems, and able to collaborate across DevOps, cloud, and data engineering functions. Familiarity with data engineering tools and techniques is a plus.


What will you do

As a Software Developer, you will design, build, enhance, and maintain Java-based applications supporting DoD systems. You will focus heavily on backend services, RESTful APIs, microservices, performance, and secure application delivery while supporting modernization, automated deployment, and cloud migration initiatives.



Responsibilities:

· Design, develop, enhance, and maintain Java-based applications supporting DoD systems.

· Build and maintain backend services, RESTful APIs, and microservices architectures.

· Collaborate with DevOps, cloud, and data teams to integrate backend services and support enterprise application delivery.

· Participate in the full SDLC, including requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, and production support.

· Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance, scalability, reliability, and security.

· Ensure solutions are developed in alignment with federal security and data protection standards.

· Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes using Git-based workflows.

· Support system modernization and cloud migration initiatives, including AWS, Azure, and/or GovCloud environments.

· Coordinate with data teams where needed to support backend integrations and data-driven application capabilities.



Requirements:

· U.S. Citizen.

· Active Top Secret (TS) clearance required to start; TS/SCI or SCI eligibility preferred.

· 8+ years of professional software development experience.

· Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and Spring Framework.

· Experience building REST APIs and microservices.

· Strong backend development expertise, including application design, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and maintainability.

· Familiarity with relational databases, including PostgreSQL, Oracle, or MySQL.

· Experience with Git-based version control systems.

· Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

· Ability to work independently in a remote environment and communicate clearly with cross-functional technical teams.


Preferred Qualifications:

· TS/SCI clearance or SCI eligibility.

· Experience with cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure, or GovCloud.

· Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerization.

· Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar tools.

· Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks, including NIST and FISMA.

· Prior experience supporting DoD programs.

· Familiarity with data engineering tools, techniques, or backend/data integration patterns.



Work Authorization/ Clearance:

· U.S. Citizen; active Top Secret (TS) clearance required to start. TS/SCI or SCI eligibility preferred.


Schedule:

· Monday to Friday


Work Location:

· Remote (United States).