Java/J2EE Software Engineer unique opportunity

Next Century Corporation, a fast-growing technology company in Columbia, MD, is seeking software developers/engineers to join our team in Springfield, VA ? but not just any software developers. We?re searching for those rare individuals who share our passion for using their skills to make a difference in this world with an unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity and customer satisfaction.

Software Engineers that are creative problem solvers with experience developing in JAVA/J2EE, J2ME, Eclipse, Swing, Hibernate, that also possess a Secret security clearance. Our projects involve delivering mission-critical, end-user data visualization applications. Our teams use rapid prototyping and development techniques to allow for iterative functional deliveries with continuous user feedback. We deliver GIS and Graphical visualization solutions that facilitate situational awareness, asset management and mission planning.

Requirements:
· Strong design, development and architectural skills in JAVA/J2EE applications
· Creative problem solvers
· Ability to work with little or no supervision
· Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills
· Must be able to clearly explain functional and design details and issues to technical and non-technical individuals.
· Customer focused
· Must have the passion and confidence to work on life saving, mission-critical applications.

Minimum Requirements:
US Citizen
Secret security clearance
Bachelor's Degree (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, etc.)

Next Century Corporation possesses world class technical talent and industry expertise in system concept development, rapid prototyping, software engineering, systems integration, and project leadership. Next Century Corporation was founded in response to the events of 9/11/2001. We are passionately committed to making a significant, tangible, positive difference in the security and well-being of our country and our allies. We pursue this bold and worthy mission through the innovative use and application of technology in ways that significantly enhance the ability of our customers to directly or indirectly to Save lives, Protect our country and our allies and Enhance America's competitiveness in the global marketplace.

Next Century offers a very dynamic and unique working environment:
· We work in small elite teams that rapidly respond to customer needs
· Fun work atmosphere
· Opportunity to work with the best software engineers in the industry? a challenging environment where there is always something to learn.
· Work on developing applications and systems that are really important and have a direct impact on saving the lives of others and in National Security.
· A fully comprehensive and competitive benefits package

If you think Next Century sounds like a company you would like to work for, then please feel free to contact us at