Job Description
Description:
ThunderYard Solutions is seeking an Expert Software Developer with deep experience in Java Spring Boot and React to design, build, and lead the development of modern, scalable enterprise applications. This role is ideal for a highly seasoned engineer who thrives in complex environments, influences architectural decisions, and mentors teams while remaining hands-on with code.
You will work closely with architects, product owners, and senior stakeholders to translate business and mission needs into robust technical solutions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical judgment, a systems-level mindset, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality software in large, distributed environments.
This position requires the ability to work independently, lead technical initiatives, and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Java Development & Troubleshooting
Act as the SME for the Java codebase—owning application flow, debugging complex issues, and guiding best practices across the team.
Develop with Modern Spring Frameworks
Build and enhance applications using Spring Boot, Spring Batch, and Spring Security to ensure performance, reliability, and security.
Integrate with Azure Entra ID
Support identity and access management through Microsoft Azure Entra ID, including authentication flows, OAuth2, and RBAC.
Build & Own Automated CI/CD Pipelines
Lead the transition from manual deployments to automated pipelines using GitHub. Serve as the primary contact for deployment troubleshooting and release management.
Operate in a High-Pace Environment
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions under tight timelines.
- Basic Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a closely related technical field
- 15+ years of professional software development experience, including enterprise-scale systems
- Expert-level proficiency in Java, with extensive hands-on experience using Spring Boot
- Strong experience developing modern front-end applications using React
- Deep understanding of:
- Service-oriented and microservices architectures
- RESTful APIs and web services (SOAP experience a plus)
- Object-oriented design, design patterns, and system architecture
- Proven experience across the full software development lifecycle: design, development, testing, deployment, and support
- Strong debugging, performance tuning, and troubleshooting skills
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
- Hands-on experience with relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server, or equivalent) and ORM technologies such as JPA/Hibernate
- Ability and desire to mentor and guide junior and mid-level developers
- Experience collaborating with architects and senior engineers to plan and sequence technical work
- Ability to clearly communicate technical direction and delegate implementation tasks
- Must be able to obtain a VA Medium-Background Investigation clearance
- Additional Desired Qualifications:
- Containerized and cloud-native application development using Docker, Kubernetes, and/or OpenShift
- CI/CD pipelines and automation tools such as Jenkins
- BPM/workflow tools such as Camunda
- Experience with AWS services and cloud-based architectures
Compensation
- $120,000 – $165,000 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Partial 401(k) match
Vetting
ThunderYard Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our community, and our customers. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination of race, color, religion, or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, protected veteran status, family medical history or genetic information.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
- Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Remote
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