Senior Java Developer - TS/SCI CI Poly - cFocus Software Incorporated

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.