Java Software Engineer

Job Description

Position Overview

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We are seeking four (4) skilled Software Engineers with expertise in Java and OpenFGA to join our development team on-site in the Washington, DC, Maryland, or Virginia (DMV) region. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable microservices architectures and implement fine-grained access control solutions. Because this position supports critical federal and defense environments, an active Secret security clearance is strictly required upon application.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Backend Development: Design, build, and deploy high-performance backend systems using Java and Spring Boot.

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• Access Control & Authorization: Implement fine-grained authorization models, relationship-based access control (ReBAC), and secure access management using OpenFGA.

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• API Development: Create and maintain robust, well-documented REST APIs to support internal and external microservices.

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• Cloud & DevOps Integration: Develop applications within cloud environments and build automated CI/CD pipelines for seamless deployment.

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• Security & Compliance: Ensure all software complies with strict security guidelines and industry standards suited for cleared, on-site environments.

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Required Skills & Qualifications

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• Security Clearance: Must possess an active federal Secret security clearance.

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• Location: Willingness and ability to work full-time on-site at designated facilities in Washington, DC, Maryland, or Virginia.

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• Core Languages & Frameworks: Strong proficiency in Java and the Spring Boot framework.

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• Architecture: Hands-on experience building, scaling, and maintaining microservices architectures.

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• Authorization Expertise: Direct experience with OpenFGA or similar modern authorization architectures (e.g., Zanzibar, ReBAC, fine-grained access controls).

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• API Design: Deep understanding of RESTful API design principles and integration.

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• Cloud & DevOps: Familiarity with cloud development platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.

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