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If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don’t look any further than Cornerstone Defense.\n\nBenefits Overview:\nCornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans * Generous PTO Policy * 401(k) * HSA and FSA options * Life and Disability Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and Training * Perks at Work Discount Program * Referral Program * Leads Generation Program * CollegeAmerica 529 * Fitness Reimbursement Program * Travel Assistance * Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions * Life Planning Financial & Legal Services *\n\nDescription:\nThe Senior Software Developer supports mission-critical programs within secure environments and delivers technical solutions across enterprise-level systems. This role requires deep proficiency in Java, JavaScript, RESTful services, encryption technologies, AWS, and modern development methodologies. The developer will operate independently while collaborating across project teams to design, build, implement, and troubleshoot software solutions. The position demands strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced Agile setting while ensuring high-quality results and adherence to best practices.\nRequired Skills:\nBS in Computer Science or related discipline (or 8+ years equivalent experience)\n8+ years software development experience with Java and JavaScript\n8+ years experience with modern development practices, testing frameworks, and Agile methodologies\nStrong interpersonal communication with ability to build rapport with clients and team members\nPreferred Skills:\nFamiliarity with building encryption libraries and key management services\nAbility to establish and enforce best practices for software design and implementation\nExperience contributing to project planning, documentation, testing, and quality assurance\nExperience with encryption concepts and key management\n5+ years REST API experience\nAWS development experience\nExperience with Spring framework\nExperience with Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)\nExperience with containerization and Kubernetes\nStrong analytical troubleshooting and performance evaluation capabilities\nAbility to work within matrixed teams and collaborate with virtual teams\nAbility to work independently, multi-task, and take ownership across project components\nAbility to work under pressure while meeting tight deadlines and responding to evolving requirements\n\nAdditional Desired Skills or Familiarization:\nAn experienced consulting professional with broad understanding of solution design, industry best practices, and multi-domain technology implementation. 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