Java Developer

MetroStar Systems is seeking a skilled Java Developer with a passion for technology and agile software development methodologies. You’ll help test add new features and enhancements through agile software development practices for applications and web sites utilized by government stakeholders and the general public. You’ll focus on human factors, while serving a key role in a modern DevOps practice. Our work makes a difference, and we have an impact. Come be a game changer and join our team!

Don’t meet every single Must Have?  Studies have shown that women, people of color and the LGBTQ+ community are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  At MetroStar we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic culture, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to go ahead and apply.  We pride ourselves on making great matches, and you may be the perfect match for this role or another one we have. Best of luck! – The MetroStar People & Culture Team

You're a great fit if:

• You are detail oriented and comprehensive in your approach to work
• You have excellent communications skills and are responsive to team inquiries in a remote environment
• You have excellent problem-solving skills
• You work well in a collaborative team-based environment

You'll love our Java Developer role if you have: (This is the stuff you MUST have to be a fit)

• 4+ years of experience with open source platform Java development, with experience in Visual Basic, NodeJS and Bootstrap
• 4+ years of experience working in an agile scrum development environment and can estimate level of effort for the completion of user stories
• Experience supporting releases and deployments of user stories at the conclusion of sprints
• Experience working in a collaborative environment interfacing with roles including scrum masters, business analysts, QA Testers, and others
• Experience with tools including Maestro (Confluence, Jira) and GitHub
• The availability to support a project during core hours of 8:00 am Eastern to 5:00 pm Eastern (with a one-hour break)
• A DHS Suitability clearance required or must be clearable for U.S. Government issued clearance

We'll REALLY love you if you have: (This is the bonus stuff that makes you stand out)

• Experience with Bootstrap or Selenium
• Experience working in an AWS-based DevOps environment and have used tools such as Jenkins
• A certification in Agile methodologies (e.g. CSM, or SAFe)
• Experience with supporting Federal and/or commercial project in a highly dynamic environment

The Admin Stuff:  In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

The Legal Stuff:  MetroStar Systems is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of MetroStar Systems.