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Senior / SME Software Developer – Java / Python

NT Concepts
Location
Chantilly, VA
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Client Services
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Active TS/SCI CI Poly clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • 7+ years of professional software engineering experience for Senior level or 10+ years for SME level
  • Deep production expertise in Java (Java 11/17+, Spring Framework / Spring Boot) OR Python (Python 3.x, FastAPI, Flask)
  • Proven track record of designing scalable microservices architectures and enterprise APIs
  • Advanced experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch)
Nice to have
  • Experience with large-scale data transformation, ETL/ELT pipelines, or distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark, Kafka)
  • Experience architecting solutions in high-security AWS environments (e.g., AWS GovCloud)
  • Relevant technical certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Certified Kubernetes Administrator)
What the job really is

As a Senior/SME Software Developer at NT Concepts, you will lead and architect solutions for data transformation and system modernization initiatives within the Intelligence Community. Your role will involve providing technical leadership, designing scalable backend applications and microservices, and ensuring high security and performance standards for mission-critical systems. You will also mentor team members and collaborate with stakeholders to translate operational needs into technical solutions.

Things to weigh
  • No specific salary mentioned, but a pay range is provided ($120,336 — $180,504)
  • Role involves significant leadership and mentoring responsibilities, which may require strong interpersonal skills
  • Position is remote flexible but requires local presence in the DC Metro Area
  • Emphasis on security and compliance may indicate a high-pressure work environment
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