Apache, Apache ZooKeeper, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Support, Code Reviews, Cross-Functional, Data Migration, Government, Information Technology & Information Systems, Java, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (Java EE/J2EE), Microsoft Windows Operating System, Oracle, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Relational Databases (RDBMS), SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence (BI), SAP NetWeaver Business Warehouse, SOLR, Secure Coding, Security Clearance, Security Infrastructure, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Upgrades, Supply Chain Management, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Tomcat, Top Secret Clearance, United States Citizen, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), VMWare vSphere
LOCATION
Washington, Washington, DC
POSTED
1 day ago
Overview:
BigBear.ai is seeking an experienced Senior Java Developer to modernize a critical government information system. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in enterprise Java application development and a proven track record of upgrading complex software infrastructures in secure, regulated environments.
You will be responsible for planning and elligence reporting frameworks, secure coding practices, and upgrading and migrating Solr index data is essential. Experience with PrimeFaces UI framework is a plus. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ncluding security, infrastructure, and business stakeholders, to ensure seamless upgrades with minimal operational disruption.
What you will do:
Core Development & Modernization:
Plan and execute technology stack upgrades for enterprise Java applications in secure government environments
Develop and maintain Java/Python components on Windows-based VMware infrastructure
Modernize legacy application code to current standards and best practices
Implement secure coding practices in compliance with government security requirements
Infrastructure & Integration:
Upgrade Apache Solr clusters with Zookeeper coordination
Migrate and optimize Solr index data during version upgrades
Manage Apache Tomcat application server configurations and deployments
Integrate applications with Oracle 19c database systems
Work with Apache Directory Studio for directory services integration
Support SAP Business Intelligence reporting framework integrations
Collaboration & Documentation:
Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and business stakeholder teams
Ensure minimal operational disruption during system upgrades
Document technical designs, upgrade procedures, and system configurations
Participate in code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions
What you need to have:
Education & Experience Requirements
13+ Years of experience in Systems or IT related roles or a highly related field of work with similar scope and responsibilities.
A Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for 4 years of experience and a Master’s Degree may be substituted for 6 years of experience
Required Qualifications
Expertise in enterprise Java application development on Windows-based VMware infrastructure
Expertise with Python
Expertise Apache Solr with Zookeeper (including upgrading and migrating Solr index data)
Experience with Apache Tomcat, Apache Directory Studio
Experience with Oracle 19c/Relational database integration
Experience with SAP Business Intelligence reporting frameworks
Experience with secure coding practices for government compliance
Ability to obtain and/or maintain a TS/SCI government clearance which requires US Citizenship
What we'd like you to have:
Experience with PrimeFaces UI framework
TS/SCI with an in-scope polygraph
About BigBear.ai:
BigBear.ai is a leading provider of AI-powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. Customers and partners rely on Bigbear.ai’s predictive analytics capabilities in highly complex, distributed, mission-based operating environments. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, BigBear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI. For more information, visit https://bigbear.ai/ and follow BigBear.ai on LinkedIn: @BigBear.ai and X: @BigBearai.
BigBear.ai is an Equal opportunity employer all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.