Expert level Full Stack Application Developer

Location: Sterling, Virginia, United States

Category: Engineering & Technology

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking an Applications Developer (Expert) to design, develop, deploy, and maintain enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, and AngularJS. The ideal candidate will bring strong full-stack development experience, a commitment to software quality, and the ability to collaborate effectively within an Agile/Scrum environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain enterprise applications and services.
• Develop secure, scalable, readable, and maintainable software.
• Troubleshoot application defects and production issues and provide ongoing support.
• Participate in technical design decisions, code reviews, testing, and software releases.
• Collaborate with customers, product owners, Scrum Masters, QA engineers, and development teams to clarify requirements and deliver solutions.
• Support and enhance existing applications, including legacy systems.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation.

Agile/Scrum:

• Participate actively in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and backlog refinement.
• Collaborate with product owners and team members to define, estimate, and deliver user stories.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and alignment with product goals.

Code Quality & Operations:

• Follow established coding standards and software development best practices.
• Develop unit and integration tests to ensure application reliability.
• Assist with cloud deployments, including AWS environments.
• Monitor application performance and provide production support.

Key Qualifications:

• Senior-level (8+ years' experience) developing full-stack enterprise applications.
• Strong experience with Java, Spring Boot, and AngularJS.
• Experience with RESTful services, unit/integration testing, and enterprise application development.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience in software development or technical roles.
• Proficiency in Java and the Spring Boot framework.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master's Degree in related discipline.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.