Senior Java Software Engineer

Summary

CTC Group is seeking a Senior Java Software Engineer to support mission-critical SIGINT and cyber systems at Fort Meade. This role focuses on Java development, embedded systems, troubleshooting, and hardware/software integration in a fast-paced government environment.
Locations: Annapolis Junction / Ft. Meade

Responsibilities

• Support software development, integration, testing, and deployment for SIGINT and cyber mission systems.
• Develop and maintain Java-based applications across Windows and Linux environments.
• Troubleshoot software, firmware, hardware interfaces, and system integration issues.
• Support embedded software development, field integration, and lifecycle maintenance.
• Collaborate with technical teams and government customers to resolve mission-critical issues.
• Use GitLab, Jira, and Confluence to manage code, tickets, documentation, and development workflows.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent experience.
  • Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Strong experience with Java/Swing, Maven, Eclipse, VS Code, Spring Tools Suite, and Java Fire/JFire.
• Experience with embedded Windows/Linux systems, GitLab CI/CD, RabbitMQ, debugging tools, and hardware interfaces such as JTAG, I2C, SPI, UART, and Ethernet.
• Desired experience includes React, JavaScript, HTML, RF/GPS systems, embedded Linux boot processes, systemd, chrony/NTP, and PCB troubleshooting.

Level 2 Qualifications

• Fourteen (14) years experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

Level 3 Qualifications

• Twenty (20) years experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

Why CTC Group?

We recognize that successful partnerships are based on open and direct communication, mutual respect, and the ability to adapt to evolving capabilities. Our cleared employees bring decades of experience supporting customers in the Intelligence and Defense communities. We specialize in providing engineering, technical, operational support, and training services to Federal government, and Mission Operations.

CTC Group provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, Health/Dental/Vision, 401k, PTO and holiday pay, disability and life insurance.

CTC Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, physical disability, genetic information, mental disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner status, gender (including sex stereotyping), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related) or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.