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Application Developer - Expert level

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Sterling, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2026

Job Description

BAE Systems is looking for a Full-stack Application Developer to join the team in a Scrum environment, specializing in React UI and Java Spring Boot. The role is responsible for the end-to-end development of web applications and requires proficiency in both front-end and back-end technologies, coupled with active participation in an Agile/Scrum development methodology.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Full-stack Development: Design, develop, and maintain both client-side (UI) and server-side components of web applications.
  • Front-end Development (React):
    • Build responsive, interactive, and user-friendly interfaces using React.js.
    • Implement and manage application state using state management libraries (e.g., Redux) as needed.
    • Ensure cross-browser compatibility and optimal performance of the UI.
  • Back-end Development (Java Spring Boot):
    • Develop robust and scalable RESTful APIs and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
    • Integrate applications with various databases (relational and NoSQL) using technologies like Hibernate/JPA.
    • Implement business logic and ensure data security and integrity
Scrum Participation:
  • Actively participate in all Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
  • Collaborate with product owners, scrum masters, and other team members to define, estimate, and deliver user stories
  • Contribute to backlog refinement and ensure alignment with product goals
Code Quality & Best Practices:
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established coding standards
  • Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices
  • Implement unit and integration tests to ensure software reliability
Deployment & Operations:
  • Assist in the deployment of applications to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and manage containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) as required
  • Monitor application performance, troubleshoot issues, and provide production support
Collaboration & Communication:
  • Work effectively within a cross-functional team, collaborating with UX/UI designers, QA engineers, and other stakeholders
  • Communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences


Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Proficiency in Java and the Spring Boot framework
  • Strong experience with React.js and related front-end technologies (JavaScript, HTML, CSS)
  • Experience with RESTful API design and development
  • Familiarity with database technologies (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
  • 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
  • Bachelor's Degree in related discipline
  • Data visualization skills: Ability to create reports and dashboards to present data insights


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 the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

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.

Salary : $149,603 - $254,317

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