Senior Java Developer

About Blue Rose Consulting Group

Blue Rose Consulting Group is a mission-driven federal contractor dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that support our clients and the communities they serve.

People First. Mission Always.

We believe exceptional outcomes start with exceptional people. We are committed to building collaborative teams where talented professionals can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

About the Role

Blue Rose Consulting Group is seeking a Senior Java Developer to lead the design and development of multiple applications supporting a large-scale federal IT program.

This role combines hands-on Java/Spring engineering with technical leadership responsibilities, including guiding software development teams, implementing technical solutions, and conducting detailed application and design reviews. The Senior Java Developer will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop scalable, reliable solutions supporting mission-critical federal systems.

This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active Final DoD Secret security clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of multiple enterprise applications.
• Develop Java/Spring solutions supporting a large-scale federal IT program.
• Design and implement Java/Spring-based REST API solutions.
• Provide hands-on software engineering and technical leadership.
• Lead and support teams of software developers implementing technical solutions.
• Conduct detailed technical and application design reviews.
• Develop solutions within modern web and continuous integration environments.
• Apply Agile Scrum methodologies throughout the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable solutions supporting federal missions.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen.
• Active Final DoD Secret security clearance.
• 8+ years of hands-on software development experience.
• 6+ years of Java/Spring development experience.
• Significant experience developing applications using the Java Spring framework.
• Experience using Java development tools such as Eclipse, JUnit, and Git.
• 3+ years of experience with web development technologies such as JavaScript, HTML, and JSP.
• 3+ years of experience developing solutions using Agile Scrum methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Located in Colorado or the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area (DMV).
• Experience supporting a large-scale federal IT program.
• Experience working within the SAFe Agile delivery framework.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role requires an experienced developer who can combine hands-on Java engineering expertise with effective technical leadership. The ideal candidate can guide development efforts while remaining actively involved in designing, implementing, and reviewing complex software solutions.

Key indicators of success include:

• Designing and delivering scalable, reliable Java/Spring applications.
• Providing effective technical leadership and guidance to software development teams.
• Producing high-quality application and technical designs.
• Successfully developing and implementing REST API solutions.
• Collaborating effectively with cross-functional development and engineering teams.
• Applying Agile development practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Taking ownership of technical solutions from design through implementation.

Location: Remote