Req ID: RQ171768Type of Requisition: RegularClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: NonePublic Trust/Other Required: OtherJob Family: Software DevelopmentSkills:Java,MySQL,Oracle,Spring BootExperience:10 + years of related experienceJob Description:General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) is a premier provider of high-tech IT solutions to the federal government IT market. Together as GDIT we collectively deliver cost-effective, next-generation IT solutions and services to the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and federal civilian agencies as they modernize their information systems.GDIT currently has a 75-person team providing systems development, operational and infrastructure support, and application support to the Administrative Systems Office (ASO) of the Administrative Office of the US Courts. The GDIT team is currently seeking a Senior Java Developer to support the ASO’s dynamic software development branch. The candidate can expect to support multiple, critical software applications. This position is a key contributor to the integration, design, development, implementation, maintenance, and production support for a variety of Java based ASO systems and APIs. The position will adhere to the ASO development framework and will also interface with the AO IT Infrastructure and Operations and Maintenance processes.Responsibilities include the following:
Support development efforts to build both Java-based and low-code API or ETL solutions primarily on a middleware platform and occasionally as custom development.
Help establish an API-centric perspective whether the API is custom developed or a wrapper for existing or legacy API by developing and supporting APIs on the chosen platform.
Support API usage in a diverse data environment across multiple databases and file formats.
Configure Linux servers to run Java applications.
Provide full life-cycle implementation including design, development, testing and deployment of projects that support business goals.
Take ownership of projects/tasks/issuesand work them through completion.
Develop and maintain architecture and integration documentation.
Participate in reviews to ensure processes support existing architecture, follow defined guidelines and coding standards and meet user requirements.
Collaborate with end users and provide exceptional customer service by becoming a trusted business advisor.
Required skills:
8+ years directly related experience in the design, writing and testing of computer programs, with two or more years’ experience in software operating systems architecture
8+ years of systems development experience utilizing a full Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
5+ years’ experience with Java development and associated tools
Experience with Pentaho
Experience with JBoss Fuse Middleware, or comparable
Experience programming with Java Spring, Spring Boot
Experience with relational database development such as MySQL, Oracle, MS SQL Server
Experience with creating and consuming REST API services
Experience with other API services such as SOAP, XMLRPC
Experience with source control tools such as Git
Experience with Linux server administration
Experience with leading a team of developers or as an individual contributor
Knowledge:
Java programming and maven dependency management
Preference for Spring Boot and Apache Camel / JBoss Fuse
Experience with build and deployment automation, including source control, continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD), configuration as code, and deployment pipelines:
Git expertise, GitLab experience is a plus
Continuous integration tools such as GitLab CI/CD, Bamboo, or Jenkins
Hands on Ansible experience is a must
Artifactory experience is a plus
Must display a thorough understanding of Data Integration protocol and standards, i.e., REST and SOAP
Must display a thorough understanding of integration patterns with implementations, i.e., Spring Boot and Camel for API, Pentaho for ETL
Must display a thorough understanding of the nature of backend services (as opposed to front-end UIs), i.e., API standards and Smart Cache-ing
Must display a thorough understanding of the server environment –
API Gateway -> Proxy -> Service
Security
Connectivity, Traffic Requirements
Must display a thorough understanding of Configuration Management, Auditability, and Observability using –
Git as a reliable source
Maven and Artifactory as Java build tools
Ansible for Automation of server environments
Git Hooks for Automation of service deployments
Icinga and Matomo for monitoring
Windows and Linux administration
Project life cycle methodology for application development
Agile development methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, and Extreme Programming
JIRA for work management is a plus
Familiarity with OpenShift / Docker is a plus
Ability:
Able to prioritize on delivery to production
Able to work a mix of short term and long-term deliverables simultaneously
Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
Strong documentation skills
Team player, flexible/adaptable, responsible and accountable, and able to achieve win-win negotiations
Strong problem solving and service delivery skills
Efficient problem identification and resolution skills
Value added mentality
Coach, mentor and develop team.
Education/Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and 10+ years of experience are required (or eight plus years of experience with a Master’s Degree).
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
