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Principal Java Architect [$348k/yr+] TS/SCI-FS Poly with Security Clearance

SYSTOLICAnnapolis Junction, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted 27 Aug 2026

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Candidates must already possess an active Top Secret/SCI w/ Full Scope Polygraph to be considered. We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Java Technical Anchor with deep signals expertise to lead new feature development, architect robust Spring Boot solutions, and drive strict engineering standards across cross-functional teams.

Summary: • Architect and lead software feature development using Java and Spring Boot. • Design RESTful interfaces and deconstruct complex requirements into robust technical designs. • Conduct thorough code reviews, ensure high-quality delivery, and mentor engineering peers. • Leverage modern technologies including MongoDB, Docker, Kubernetes, and the ELK stack.

Qualifications && Compensation: • Degree: Technical bachelor's degree or equivalent experience • Years of experience: 12+ years • Total Compensation: $348k+ yearly Job Description: • Serve as the technical anchor and feature lead across the full development lifecycle. • Lead the creation of design documentation using Object-Oriented principles to ensure seamless integration. • Decompose high-level feature designs into actionable tasks and manage feature status for leadership. • Coordinate closely with systems engineering and integrated feature teams to align on technical approaches. • Conduct rigorous merge request reviews to uphold coding standards, security protocols, and performance benchmarks. • Utilize Java, Spring, RESTful Web Services, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana, Docker, Kubernetes, PKI, and continuous integration tools.

About SYSTOLIC: SYSTOLIC is dedicated to giving our employees the best possible company experience so that they can focus on providing outstanding support to their customer’s mission. Our company is founded on integrity, enthusiasm, and a relentless commitment to supporting the Intelligence Community. You can learn more about us and submit an application to be considered against our current and future openings at https://systolic.com. To learn about our compensation ranges, visit our

Pay Transparency page at: https://systolic.com/pay-transparency

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