Senior Java Engineer – Backend Microservices (Secret Clearance)
Lever, Inc. · Arlington, United States ·
- Seniority
- Senior
- Category
- Backend
A senior backend engineer role at Agile Defense designing, building, and maintaining Java microservices in a Hub-and-Spoke architecture, implementing RESTful APIs on cloud-native platforms that support AI-enabled defense mission systems, while driving CI/CD, reliability, and security improvements. Requires an active Secret clearance; based in Arlington.
Agile Defense is seeking a Senior Java Engineer to design, build, and maintain backend microservices within a Hub-and-Spoke architecture. You will contribute to API endpoints, scalable services, and cloud-native platforms to support AI-enabled mission systems.
You will implement robust RESTful APIs, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help drive CI/CD improvements while ensuring high reliability and security. This role requires hands-on Java expertise and an active Secret clearance.