Software Developer 3 - Senior Java/Spring Developer

Location: Hybrid in Los Alamos, NM

About the role

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking a Senior Java/Spring Developer to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory. This senior-level professional will lead the design, development, testing, and maintenance of secure, high-quality applications in a fast-paced Agile environment, independently solving complex technical problems and influencing application architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of secure Java/Spring applications.
• Define technical solutions and influence architecture across multiple applications.
• Guide Angular development, backend integration, and MySQL database design and optimization.
• Promote TDD, automated testing, code quality, and secure development practices.
• Lead Agile technical activities, including code reviews, sprint planning, and continuous improvement.
• Independently resolve highly complex application, integration, database, and performance issues.
• Evaluate requirements, select technologies and methods, and define implementation approaches.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions.
• Mentor developers and provide technical direction and coordination as needed.
• Manage priorities, schedules, and technical initiatives across multiple applications with limited direction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline and at least 8 years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Extensive professional software development experience using Java.
• Advanced experience with the Spring Framework / Spring Boot.
• Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and supporting complex enterprise-level applications.
• Strong experience with test-driven development (TDD), unit testing, and automated testing methodologies.
• Experience providing technical leadership within Agile development teams.
• Ability to independently solve complex technical problems while adhering to stringent security requirements and development standards.
• United States Citizenship.

Qualifications (Desired)

• Experience developing front-end applications using Angular.
• Strong working knowledge of MySQL, relational database concepts, and performance optimization.
• Experience designing and integrating RESTful APIs and web services.
• Experience with source control, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and modern DevOps practices.
• Active DOE Q Security Clearance.

Schedule

• 9/80 or 5-8s

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance
• Pre- and post-tax 401(k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning day 1