Senior Java Developer (Federal Program)

We are seeking a Senior Java Developer to support the design, development, enhancement, and maintenance of mission-critical federal applications. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience developing enterprise Java applications, cloud-based solutions, APIs, and batch processing systems within Agile environments. This individual will collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing software solutions supporting federal agency operations.

Glen Allen

Virginia

United States

Senior Java Developer

Workday

Corporate Services

Experience Technologies

Full time

Fully Remote

Job

09-Nov-2026

Senior Java Developer (Federal Program)

We are seeking a Senior Java Developer to support the design, development, enhancement, and maintenance of mission-critical federal applications. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience developing enterprise Java applications, cloud-based solutions, APIs, and batch processing systems within Agile environments. This individual will collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing software solutions supporting federal agency operations.

At RGP, we're creating a future where businesses produce their best work without constraints. We've built a global network of over 2,600 experts across four regions, providing a comprehensive suite of solutions across on-demand talent, next-generation consulting, and outsourced services to support organizations at every stage of their growth journey. Trusted by Fortune 100 companies and emerging disruptors alike, we challenge conventional ways of working, drive growth, and pave the way for long-term success through bold innovation and fearless collaboration.Our values guide everything we do and strengthen our commitment to people. By combining smart processes, human-centered design, and advanced technology, we celebrate our team's excellence and ensure we grow together. We believe in the power of continuous learning and development to drive both individual and organizational success. It’s time to rethink how work gets done. Dare to Work Differently® with RGP.RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply.

An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart.Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors, including geographic location, market and operational factors.Total Rewards based on eligibility include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.10+ years of experience developing enterprise applications using Java/J2EE technologies.Strong experience with: JavaSpring BootSpring MVCSpring BatchHibernate/JPAJDBCREST and SOAP Web ServicesMicroservices DevelopmentExperience developing applications within AWS cloud environments.Experience with: S3, EC2, SNS/SQS, EKS/ECSExperience developing event-driven solutions using Kafka and messaging platforms.Strong SQL and database development experience with Oracle, PostgreSQL, Aurora, or similar databases.Experience with CI/CD tools including Jenkins, Maven, GitHub, and related DevOps pipelines.Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and performance tuning skills.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting Federal, State, IRS, DMV, Public Safety, Transportation, or Financial Services programs.Experience modernizing legacy applications.Experience with Docker containerization.Experience with OAuth, SSO, LDAP, and application security frameworks.Experience with monitoring and support tools such as Splunk, New Relic, and PagerDuty.Nice to have: AWS Lambda, AWS Step Functions, ReactJS, Angular, or other modern UI frameworks.Desired SkillsStrong hands-on software development expertise.Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative Agile team.Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.Experience supporting large-scale, high-availability applications.Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Technical EnvironmentBackend TechnologiesJava/J2EE, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Batch, Hibernate/JPA, JDBC, REST/SOAP ServicesCloud & DevOpsAWS, ECS/EKS, Jenkins, Maven, Docker, GitHubDatabasesOracle, PostgreSQL, Aurora, DynamoDBMessaging & IntegrationKafka, JMS, API Integrations, Batch Processing

Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise Java applications supporting federal business processes.Develop RESTful APIs, microservices, and web applications using Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and related technologies.Build and enhance system integrations with internal and external applications using APIs, messaging services, and batch processing frameworks.Develop and maintain applications deployed in AWS cloud environments.Create database objects, optimize SQL queries, and support data integration activities.Develop Spring Batch jobs for file processing, data transformation, and system integrations.Participate in application modernization efforts, including migration of legacy systems to cloud-native architectures.Implement secure coding practices and support authentication and authorization integrations.Develop automated unit, integration, and functional tests.Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while supporting system stability and performance improvements.Participate in Agile ceremonies, requirements refinement, sprint planning, and code reviews.Collaborate with business analysts, product owners, QA teams, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance on development standards and best practices.

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