We are seeking a highly skilled Java Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in back-end development, capable of designing, developing, and maintaining robust applications. This role involves working on server-side logic, database management, integrating third-party services, and creating seamless and efficient user interfaces for an Air Force Mission Application.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain back-end components of web applications.
• Implement and manage server-side logic using programming languages such as Java, Python, Node.js, and/or Ruby.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and web services for seamless integration with front-end components.
• Manage and optimize database systems, including PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Accumulo, and Hadoop.
• Ensure the performance, security, and scalability of applications.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to both front-end and back-end development.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code to ensure long-term maintainability and flexibility using standard Agile software development processes.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Participate in the entire software development lifecycle, from requirement analysis to deployment and maintenance.
• Develop and implement testing strategies, including unit, integration, and performance testing.
• Monitor system performance and implement necessary improvements to ensure high availability and reliability.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to streamline CI/CD processes and automate deployment pipelines.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for systems and processes.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Located in San Antonio, TX
• TS/SCI Security Clearance
• CompTIA Security+
• Proficiency in server-side programming languages such as Java, Python, Node.js.
• Knowledge of RESTful API design and development.
• Strong understanding of security best practices in web development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) for full-stack development.
• Proficiency in containerization using Docker and management of Linux (RHEL) systems.
• Experience with container orchestration tools.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools such as Gitlab, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Experience with database management systems like PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Accumulo, and Hadoop.
• Proficiency in front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Implement containerization using Docker and manage deployments on Linux (RHEL) systems.
• Experience with Elasticsearch for search functionalities.