Software Engineer (Java)

Nava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation dedicated to making government services simple, effective, and accessible to all. Since 2013, we've partnered with federal, state, and local government agencies to build transformative digital services that help people access public benefits. Our mission is to restore trust between people and public institutions.

As a Software Engineer (Java) at Nava, you'll work with fellow engineers to design, review, and build well-crafted software. You'll collaborate with government partners and other contractors to architect, implement, and deploy new systems and improvements to existing ones. Working in an agile manner, you'll efficiently deliver new features that meet user needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Writing and implementing code
• Performing local testing to ensure acceptance criteria are met
• Writing technical specifications for new functionality
• Reviewing and providing feedback on pull requests
• Collaborating with internal and external engineers
• Participating in sprint planning, demos, and retrospectives
• Serving as a resource to peers on Nava's culture and expectations
• Interfacing with clients to provide project updates and propose solutions

We're looking for candidates with:

• 4+ years of software development experience in a team environment
• Current and/or prior experience with Java, Kotlin, or Scala
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to iterate in working code
• Systems thinking and user advocacy
• Excellent communication skills and collaborative mindset

At Nava, we offer competitive benefits, generous time off, parental leave, learning and development opportunities, and a diverse, inclusive culture that supports remote work. Join us in our mission to improve government services and make a meaningful impact on people's lives.

Salary range: $107,100 - $135,900 a year