Software Developer (Java, AWS, Springboot)

We are seeking a Mid-Level Software Developer to join our team in Huntsville, AL. In this role you will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and cloud-native applications within an AWS ecosystem. You will work across a modern technology stack including Java, Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, Redis, and DynamoDB and contribute to secure, high-performance solutions that support mission-critical operations. Candidates with experience in identity management and PKI/SSL security are strongly preferred. Responsibilities Design and develop robust, scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot. Build and maintain cloud infrastructure and serverless solutions on AWS. Work with AWS RDS (PostgreSQL) and DynamoDB for relational and NoSQL data management. Implement and manage Redis caching layers to optimize application performance. Develop and maintain search and analytics capabilities using OpenSearch. Configure and integrate Keycloak for identity and access management, SSO, and OAuth2/OIDC workflows. Implement and maintain PKI/SSL certificate management and secure communications across services. Collaborate with DevOps and architecture teams to support CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native deployments. Participate in code reviews, technical planning sessions, and Agile sprint ceremonies. Troubleshoot and resolve performance bottlenecks, security issues, and system defects. Required Skills & Experience 3 6 years of software development experience with a strong Java background. Hands‑on experience with Spring Boot for building RESTful APIs and microservices. Proficiency with AWS services including but not limited to EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, and DynamoDB. Experience with PostgreSQL via AWS RDS for relational data modeling and query optimization. Working knowledge of Redis for caching and session management. Experience with OpenSearch or Elasticsearch for search and log analytics. Familiarity with PKI/SSL certificate lifecycle management, TLS configuration, and secure service communication. Experience with Keycloak or comparable identity providers (Okta, Auth0, etc.) for IAM integration. Nice to Have AWS certifications (Developer Associate, Solutions Architect, or equivalent). Experience working in DoD, federal, or cleared environments. Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS/EKS). Exposure to infrastructure‑as‑code tools such as Terraform or AWS CDK. Experience with event‑driven architectures and messaging systems (Kafka, SQS, SNS). Top Skills Java AWS (RDS, DynamoDB, core services) Spring Boot PostgreSQL / Redis / DynamoDB PKI/SSL OpenSearch Keycloak / Identity & Access Management #J-18808-Ljbffr