Posted today
Top Secret/SCI
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
$180,000 - $220,000
No Traveling
Full Scope Polygraph
IT - Software
Chantilly, VA (On-Site/Office)
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Software Developer to support a mission-critical application modernization effort. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Ruby and Java, with hands-on experience migrating legacy applications to modern Java-based architectures. This role requires on-site support at a government facility in Chantilly, VA and an active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph.
Key Responsibilities
Analyze an existing Ruby-based application and design a migration strategy to Java
Lead and execute the refactoring and redevelopment of application components from Ruby to Java
Ensure functional parity, performance optimization, and security compliance throughout the migration
Collaborate with government stakeholders, system architects, and other developers to support mission requirements
Develop, test, and deploy Java applications in a secure, controlled environment
Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues across legacy and modernized systems
Produce technical documentation, including design artifacts and migration plans
Adhere to government development standards, security policies, and best practices
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph
10–15 years of professional software development experience
Strong proficiency in Ruby and Java
Demonstrated experience migrating or modernizing legacy applications
Solid understanding of object-oriented design, software architecture, and system integration
Experience working in classified, high-security environments
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently on complex tasks
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Java frameworks such as Spring or Spring Boot
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
Experience supporting intelligence community or federal government customers
Knowledge of secure coding practices and application security standards
We are seeking a highly experienced Software Developer to support a mission-critical application modernization effort. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Ruby and Java, with hands-on experience migrating legacy applications to modern Java-based architectures. This role requires on-site support at a government facility in Chantilly, VA and an active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph.
Key Responsibilities
Analyze an existing Ruby-based application and design a migration strategy to Java
Lead and execute the refactoring and redevelopment of application components from Ruby to Java
Ensure functional parity, performance optimization, and security compliance throughout the migration
Collaborate with government stakeholders, system architects, and other developers to support mission requirements
Develop, test, and deploy Java applications in a secure, controlled environment
Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues across legacy and modernized systems
Produce technical documentation, including design artifacts and migration plans
Adhere to government development standards, security policies, and best practices
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph
10–15 years of professional software development experience
Strong proficiency in Ruby and Java
Demonstrated experience migrating or modernizing legacy applications
Solid understanding of object-oriented design, software architecture, and system integration
Experience working in classified, high-security environments
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently on complex tasks
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Java frameworks such as Spring or Spring Boot
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
Experience supporting intelligence community or federal government customers
Knowledge of secure coding practices and application security standards
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