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Software Engineer (DEA) - Java Developer & Pega Integration

Arlington, VA💼 Full-time🗓 2026-10-02 → 2026-10-07
On-site · United StatesSecurity clearance required

Core

Develop, integrate, and maintain Java-based applications within the DEA Investigative Case and Data Ecosystem (ICDE) to support law enforcement, investigative, forensic, and intelligence missions.

Role type

Senior IC Java Developer (Pega Integration)

Builds

Secure, scalable, and high-performing case management capabilities for the DEA

Domain

Federal Law Enforcement / Java Enterprise Development

Required skills

Java development, Pega integration, CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, Agile methodologies, software testing, debugging, API integration, observability tools, secure software development practices

Preferred skills

Pega PRPC, Pega BPM concepts, REST/SOAP APIs, Pega certifications, enterprise application development, DevSecOps, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), federal cybersecurity compliance

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based applications; Analyze requirements and translate them into technical solutions; Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Pega developers and QA; Support Agile development activities including sprint execution and CI/CD; Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize applications; Participate in peer code reviews; Support application build, integration, release, and deployment; Work with QA teams to validate functionality and resolve defects; Utilize monitoring and logging tools; Support secure software-development practices consistent with federal cybersecurity requirements; Contribute to technical documentation

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC