Java Cloud Software Engineer-Principal
NetSage
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Description
At NetSage, we are more than a government contractor—we are a mission-focused partner dedicated to advancing national security through exceptional cyber expertise. We believe our success begins with our people, which is why we invest in and care for our employees. We know that employee retention is mission continuity, and we are committed to building long-term careers where our people can grow alongside our customers' evolving missions. Our employees enjoy meaningful work, competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and opportunities to expand their skills across multiple mission areas. To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and what it's like to build your career at NetSage, visit our Careers page.
Due to the sensitive nature of the work we support, some job descriptions intentionally provide a high-level overview of the role. If you'd like to learn more about a particular opportunity, we encourage you to apply directly or connect with us through our Get In Touch page. We'd be happy to discuss how your experience aligns with our mission and explore where you can make an impact.
Job Description:
We are seeking a Principal Java Cloud Software Engineer to develop and enhance scalable software applications supporting complex, data-intensive mission environments. In this role, you will design and build Java-based applications and services, integrate distributed data and messaging technologies, and contribute across the full software development lifecycle. The ideal candidate for this position will have strong Java and Spring Boot development experience with familiarity in MongoDB, Kafka, containerized environments, and AWS services. Please consider applying if you meet the following qualifications.
Required Qualifications:
- TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance.
- A Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Computer Science or a related field and twelve (12) years of relevant experience. Also acceptable is no degree and sixteen (16) years of relevant experience.
- Strong software development experience using Java.
- Hands-on experience developing applications and microservices using Spring Boot.
- Experience working with MongoDB or comparable database technologies.
- Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and cloud-based application environments.
- Experience with Amazon Elastic Container Registry (ECR) or similar container registry technologies.
- Experience deploying or supporting applications using Rancher Kubernetes Engine (RKE).
- Experience with Apache Kafka and distributed application architectures.
About this role
NetSage is looking for a Principal Java Cloud Software Engineer to build and refine scalable applications for data-intensive national security missions. You'll design Java-based services and applications, work with distributed messaging and data technologies, and participate across the full development lifecycle in a mission-focused environment that prioritizes long-term employee growth.
The role demands substantial hands-on expertise: strong Java and Spring Boot development, MongoDB or equivalent databases, AWS services, container registries like ECR, Kubernetes deployment via RKE, and Apache Kafka for distributed architectures. You'll need either a B.S. in Computer Science plus twelve years of relevant experience, or sixteen years without the degree. A TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph is required due to the sensitive nature of the work.
This is an in-office contract position in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, suited to a senior engineer ready to apply deep cloud and Java expertise to complex mission environments. NetSage emphasizes competitive compensation, strong benefits, and career development across multiple mission areas.
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