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1309 Senior Applications Developer

Fort Meade, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Feb 2026

💰 $50,000/yr

About the role

InterImage is seeking a highly experienced Senior Applications Developer to support the Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES). This position provides senior-level technical and functional expertise supporting joint force deployment planning and execution for Department of Defense (DoD) mission partners.

Essential Job Functions

Provide senior technical expertise supporting the Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES) used to coordinate and execute force deployments for Joint Task Force operations.
Design, develop, enhance, and maintain JOPES-related applications and services supporting deployment planning and execution.
Develop, refine, and maintain tasked unit deployment plans in support of operational requirements.
Create, update, and sustain operational force modules to improve deployment accuracy, responsiveness, and readiness.
Analyze deployment requirements, command relationships, and force movement characteristics across joint and interagency environments.
Collaborate with military planners, analysts, engineers, and senior stakeholders to translate operational requirements into technical solutions.
Prepare and present technical and analytical deliverables, including briefings, white papers, and reports, for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Required Qualifications

12+ years of application development experience supporting enterprise or mission-critical systems.
Hands-on experience developing applications using:
- Java
- Oracle WebLogic and/or Apache Tomcat
- Oracle and/or PostgreSQL databases
Experience working in Agile and/or Waterfall development environments.
Demonstrated knowledge of JOPES and GCCS; familiarity with Newsgroups is a plus.
Working knowledge of DoD and interagency policies, processes, and operational planning frameworks.
Ability to provide technical leadership and guidance to diverse stakeholder groups with varying priorities.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather, evaluate, and synthesize complex data and develop actionable recommendations.
Ability to apply analytical and evaluative techniques to deployment planning issues, including joint command relationships, responsibilities, and deployment characteristics.
Comprehensive understanding of military force deployment planning, including deployment orders, planning, organization, and execution of joint force movements.

InterImage offers a comprehensive benefits package. Employer-paid benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short-term disability (STD); long-term disability (LTD); and basic life insurance coverage of $50,000. InterImage also offers a 401(k) retirement plan. Employees may elect additional voluntary benefits, including voluntary life insurance, accident insurance, legal services, hospital indemnity coverage, and critical illness insurance.

InterImage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. InterImage provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.