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Junior Java Software Engineer

Confidential ClientSoftware & Technology
Entry LevelFull-timeHybrid$224,000
Glen Burnie, Maryland
A Day Ago

The Junior Java Software Engineer will design and develop robust Java-based software solutions, including enterprise APIs and microservices, leveraging modern frameworks like Spring. The role involves utilizing cutting-edge agentic AI workflows and autonomous coding tools to accelerate development, participating in agile processes, and contributing to a collaborative engineering team supporting the intelligence community. This position offers a hybrid work schedule and opportunities to work with advanced cloud and distributed database technologies.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Technology, Information and Internet.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

  • Design and develop robust Java-based software solutions, enterprise APIs, and microservices architectures.
  • Leverage agentic AI workflows and autonomous coding tools to accelerate feature implementation and testing.
  • Develop, test, and deploy Java applications using modern frameworks such as Spring.
  • Build and integrate scalable RESTful web services and enterprise microservices.
  • Participate in agile ceremonies, perform code reviews, and provide technical guidance across the engineering team.
  • Maintain CI/CD pipelines and support configuration and build tooling in Linux-based environments.

What You’ll Need

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years of professional Java software development experience.
  • Hands-on experience with Spring and the Java ecosystem.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and NoSQL databases such as MongoDB and Elasticsearch.
  • Strong understanding of configuration management and build tools (Git, Maven, Nexus) on Linux.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

What’s On Offer

  • Competitive compensation: $224,000+ per year.
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge agentic AI workflows and autonomous coding tools.
  • Collaborative agile environment using modern cloud, Linux, and distributed database technologies.
  • Hybrid work model with 1–2 days on-site per week; local candidates preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with microservices architecture, REST APIs, and enterprise integrations.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tooling and automated testing frameworks.
  • Exposure to Elasticsearch or similar distributed search/datastore technologies.

Location & Work Model

Confidential Client is hiring for this role in Glen Burnie, MD. This position supports a hybrid schedule that typically requires 1–2 days onsite per week.


Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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