APIJavaPython Developer, Senior TSSCI and CI poly Clearamce

API/Java/Python Developer

Hybrid Arlington VA

U.S. Citizenship and TS/SCI and CI poly required

@Orchard is retained by a top geospatial technology company in their search for an API/Java/Python Developer to work in their Intel sector advancing the national security mission through cutting edge technology. For this role you must have a passion for keeping pace with rapidly evolving technology advancements and leveraging your knowledge on a highly collaborative team to deliver state-of-the-art capabilities.

The API/Java/Python Developeris responsible for the design development and maintenance of software applications and APIs using Java and Python programming role often involves a combination of backend development API integration and sometimes includes aspects of cloud-based solutions.

Hybrid role 80% remote; 20% onsite in Arlington VA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Software Development: Design develop test and deploy robust and scalable applications and APIs using Java and includes writing clean efficient and well-documented code.
• API Design and Integration: Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices ensuring secure and efficient communication between different systems and also involves integrating third-party APIs and services.
• Database Management: Work with various database systems (e.g. SQL and NoSQL databases like PostgreSQL MongoDB MySQL) for data storage and retrieval.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend developers product managers and QA teams to define requirements integrate components and ensure seamless functionality.
• Performance Optimization and Security: Optimize code and system performance troubleshoot issues and ensure adherence to security best practices in data handling and API authentication.
• Cloud Integration (Optional): If applicable implement and integrate cloud services and APIs (e.g. AWS Azure) for cloud-native solutions and deployments.
• Maintenance and Support: Provide ongoing support maintenance and enhancements for existing applications and APIs.

Skills & Qualifications

Education and/or Experience: Bachelors degree and minimum 5 years of experience for mid-level and 8 years for senior

Security Clearance: TS/SCI with CI Poly and U.S. Citizenship is required

Proficiency in Java and/or Python programming languages and associated frameworks (e.g. Spring Boot Flask Django).

Strong understanding of API architectural styles (e.g. REST GraphQL SOAP) and experience with API development tools (e.g. Postman Swagger UI).

Familiarity with database systems (SQL and/or NoSQL).

Experience with version control systems like Git.

Knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g. Agile Scrum).

Problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS Azure GCP).

Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g. Docker Kubernetes).

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