Software Engineer (Java, Angular, Kubernetes)

540 is seeking a Software Engineer to support the DoD in building a next-generation Air Force aircraft maintenance platform. The role involves developing full-stack features using Java/Spring Boot microservices and Angular applications, while collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to translate mission needs into technical solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Develop full-stack features across Angular front-end applications and Java/Spring Boot microservices
• Build and deploy services in containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Design and integrate RESTful APIs to enable secure communication across systems
• Implement asynchronous messaging patterns (Kafka) for distributed systems
• Design and maintain data models and persistence layers (Postgres or MySQL)
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to translate mission needs into technical solutions
• Contribute to technical design documentation and system architecture artifacts
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure high-quality software
• Support and improve CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes
• Enhance system performance, scalability, and reliability as the platform evolves

Requirements:

• 5+ years of professional software development experience
• Strong experience with Java and Spring Boot for building production-grade services
• Experience developing microservices in containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with asynchronous messaging systems (Kafka)
• Proficiency with build tools such as Gradle or Maven
• Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frameworks (Angular preferred)
• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs
• Experience working with relational databases (Postgres or MySQL)
• Ability to produce technical design documentation (diagrams, system designs)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated ownership and ability to drive work to completion
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or similar cloud environments
• Experience with API gateways and API management platforms, such as Google Apigee
• Familiarity with API authentication and authorization (PKI, OAuth2, JWT, LDAP, SAML, etc.)
• Experience working with OpenAPI/Swagger specifications
• Experience supporting U.S. Federal Government programs, particularly DoD environments
• GCP Certifications (Professional Cloud Architect or Professional Cloud Developer)