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BizFirst

$45 - $60/hr

This is a remote position. Summary: · Job Title: Software Developer (Cleared) - DoD Program · ... The selected candidates will develop, enhance, and maintain enterprise Java applications that ...

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StackandCo

Senior Java Developer

Cork, KY · Remote

$57.50 - $73.50/hr

\n \n \n \n \n We have a unique opportunity in Cork (or remote) for a Senior Java Developer to join an expanding Software House, on a permanent basis. \n \n \n \n \n \n They have approximately 20 ...

Deloitte

Java Developer Specialist

Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site +1

$48.25 - $62.50/hr

Role is remote Preferred * Strong desktop skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint * Work ... As an experienced Java Developer Specialist, you will have the ability to share new ideas and ...

Deloitte

Java Developer Specialist

Philadelphia, PA · On-site +1

$51.50 - $66.50/hr

Role is remote Preferred * Strong desktop skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint * Work ... As an experienced Java Developer Specialist, you will have the ability to share new ideas and ...

Comcast

Sr. Backend Engineer - Xumo

Philadelphia, PA · Remote

Position is office based in Irvine, CA or Philadelphia, PA,- 4 days on-site & 1 day remote. Java Application Development for Video Streaming Backend Systems * Develop backend systems for video ...

Varsity Tutors

Java Tutor

State College, PA · Remote

$40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Java tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the flexibility to ...

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Java Tutor

Erie, PA · Remote

$40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Java tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the flexibility to ...

Varsity Tutors

Java Tutor

Harrisburg, PA · Remote

$40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Java tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the flexibility to ...

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Java Tutor

Reading, PA · Remote

$40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Java tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the flexibility to ...

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Java Tutor

Chester, PA · Remote

$40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Java tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the flexibility to ...

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Java Tutor

Pittsburgh, PA · Remote

$40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Java tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the flexibility to ...

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Java Tutor

Allentown, PA · Remote

$40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Java tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the flexibility to ...

Deloitte

Senior Java Developer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site +1

$57.75 - $73.75/hr

Role is remote Preferred * Strong desktop skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint * Work ... As an experienced Java Developer Sr. Consultant, you will have the ability to share new ideas and ...

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Software Developer - Java

BizFirst

Remote

$45 - $60/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 hours 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).