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Junior Full Stack Java Developer $60,000-$71,000 | Omaha, NE | Interim Top-Secret Clearance Required Design the future of national security through secure full stack innovation-your code could power the next mission-critical system. A Day in the Life - What You'll Do * Build and maintain secure, scalable Java-based web applications with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript * Integrate applications with DoD infrastructure and manage backend services and databases * Apply secure coding principles aligned with DoD cybersecurity compliance standards * Conduct unit testing, debugging, and peer code reviews to ensure software quality * Participate in Agile development workflows and deploy software using CI/CD pipelines and Kubernetes orchestration * Create and maintain technical documentation to support traceability and audit readiness * Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems engineering, and program management teams to deliver compliant, mission-ready software Required Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field * 1-3 years of hands-on experience in full stack software development * Active Interim Top-Secret clearance required * Experience with: * Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS * Version control and build pipelines using GitLab CI/CD, Nexus Repository * Secure coding tools such as Fortify, SonarQube, and Selenium for automated testing * Agile/Scrum development and full software development lifecycle (SDLC) * Strong attention to detail, ability to collaborate across disciplines, and commitment to secure development Preferred Qualifications * Experience deploying Java applications to WebLogic servers * Familiarity with Kubernetes, Helm, and Helm Charts * Exposure to DoD environments, Agile ceremonies, or DevSecOps workflows * Knowledge or experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies Who is Caribou Thunder? Caribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of War and its mission partners. 35+ states and 20+ countries. We've delivered trusted solutions for over two decades - strengthening national readiness across missions on land, undersea, in the air, and throughout LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space. Why Caribou Thunder? TEAM THUNDER - Mission Focused. Delivery Proven. Ready to Serve. Our engineers and innovators ensure capability from sea floor to space frontier - delivering on time, maintaining compliance, and performing with precision in high-consequence environments. We specialize in Engineering Services, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Modeling & Simulation, Digital Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence - disciplines powering the nation's most complex technical missions. Employee Advocacy + Benefits Our people are the heart of Caribou Thunder. We invest in their growth, flexibility, and well-being - knowing their success drives ours. Benefits include: * Employee Advocacy * Mission Proven * Global Reach * Skilled Teams * Modern Tools * Empowering Culture * Premium Health, Dental & Vision Insurance * 401(k) with 6% Company Match * Flexible PTO & Work Schedule * Education & Certification Reimbursement * Support for Military Leave * Work-Life Balance & Traditional Family Values