Senior Java Developer - TS/SCI CI Poly

cFocus Software is seeking an experienced

Senior Java Developer

with an active

TS/SCI CI Poly

to join our team and take the lead on a high-priority project for our customer. This role will be responsible for building a

DEV and TEST lab

in

C2S (Cloud to Secure) , with a focus on leading development efforts and ensuring high-quality deliverables. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Java development, a solid understanding of cloud technologies (specifically AWS), and a background in continuous integration and deployment.

Key Responsibilities : Lead the design, development, and implementation of the DEV and TEST lab in the C2S environment. Develop and maintain software solutions, focusing on scalability, performance, and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, QA, and infrastructure, to ensure smooth integration with other systems. Create and manage CI/CD pipelines using

Gitlab CI/CD

to ensure rapid and reliable software delivery. Utilize

AWS services

(EC2, S3, RDS, CloudFormation) for cloud infrastructure management and automation. Manage databases using

MySQL , ensuring high availability, data integrity, and performance optimization. Implement monitoring and logging solutions using the

ELK stack

(ElasticSearch, Logstash, Kibana) to enhance observability. Automate and streamline operations using

SaltStack

for configuration management. Troubleshoot issues in a

Linux environment , performing system administration tasks as needed. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, following best practices and design patterns. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers, promoting a collaborative and efficient development environment. Required Qualifications :

Proven experience as a

Senior Java Developer , with at least

X years

of experience in software development and system design. Strong proficiency in

Java

and

object-oriented programming . Expertise with

MySQL

for database management, including design, optimization, and troubleshooting. Hands-on experience with

SaltStack

for configuration management and automation. Experience with the

ELK stack

(ElasticSearch, Logstash, Kibana) for logging and monitoring solutions. Deep understanding of

AWS

services such as

EC2, S3, RDS, and CloudFormation

for cloud infrastructure management. Strong experience with

Gitlab CI/CD

for continuous integration and deployment processes. Proficiency in using

Maven

for building and managing Java projects. Extensive experience working in a

Linux environment

with system administration knowledge. Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and performance tuning skills. Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and teams. Preferred Qualifications :

Experience working with

C2S

or similar secure cloud environments. Knowledge of

Docker

and containerized environments. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and best practices.