Java Software Engineer – Senior-Level

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Type: Contract-to-Hire

Category: Architecture

Industry: Government

Workplace Type: Remote

Standard Hours: Open

Reference ID: JN -092026-108749

Date Posted: 09/23/2026

Shortcut: http://careers.eliassen.com/g3DF0v


Description:

Remote

 

Our client seeks a senior-level Java Software Engineer to develop and maintain scalable Java applications within an automated DevSecOps AWS cloud environment supporting the Department of Commerce. The role includes designing cloud-native solutions, building CI/CD pipelines with integrated testing and security, implementing database and storage solutions, and ensuring performance, resiliency, and security across applications and infrastructure. The team operates in Agile, with a client-facing scope and a coding challenge during interviews.

 

Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident with an active Public Trust clearance. This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

 

Rate: $60.00 to $65.00/hr. w2

JN -092026-108749


Responsibilities:
  • Design, code, and test scalable and reliable software solutions using Java technologies and frameworks.
  • Develop and maintain high quality AWS cloud-native solutions.
  • Design and implement database and data storage solutions.
  • Develop and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines with automated testing, code quality, and security scans.
  • Plan and implement automation and orchestration scripts and tools to streamline infrastructure provisioning.
  • Ensure code, cloud platform, and infrastructure are designed and configured for scalability, performance, resiliency, reliability, and security.
  • Install, upgrade, and patch platform and infrastructure and develop scripts to automate routine tasks.
  • Configure monitoring, logging, and alerting tools.
  • Monitor system health, investigate incidents and outages, and perform root cause analysis and resolution.

Experience Requirements:
  • Active Public Trust or DoD clearance.
  • AWS Certified Developer Associate or higher.
  • Experience delivering complex enterprise applications at scale in AWS.
  • Experience with Java, J2EE, OpenJDK, Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, RESTful services, JAX, XML, Python, SOA, microservices, Rocky Linux, and Amazon Linux.
  • Expertise with AWS services such as ECS, Lambda, S3, SQS, SNS, ELB, ALB, and Aurora RDS.
  • Experience with database technologies and SQL queries for Aurora MySQL and Aurora Postgres.
  • Experience with CI/CD and DevSecOps tools: GitLab, GitLab Pipelines, GitLab Runner, SonarQube, Apache Maven, Tenable, NPM, Nexus Lifecycle.
  • Experience with containerization and IaaS tools: Docker, Fargate, Terraform, OpenTofu, Ansible.
  • Experience with Okta authorization, Secrets Manager, and IAM.
  • Experience with monitoring tools such as Systems Manager, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, Splunk, and QRadar.
  • Demonstrated experience utilizing AI-assisted programming.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Client-facing experience and strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong experience with Agile methodologies and Rally.

Education Requirements:

BA or BS in a related field and 10+ years of related experience. Must provide proof of continuous residency in the US for the last 2 years.


Recruitment Transparency Notice
 
Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (noreply@eliassen.com, 781-808-2924) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.
 

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please ensure that you are working directly with us by confirming the following:

· When you work with Eliassen Group, all email communication will come from an Eliassen.com address, never Gmail, Yahoo, etc.

· Eliassen Group will never ask you for personal information (home address, bank account, or check routing number) until you have worked with someone clearly associated with Eliassen Group.

If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact fraud@eliassen.com.

 
About Eliassen Group:
 
Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.
 
Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
 
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