Entry Level Software Engineer

Amentum Services, Inc.
Fredericksburg, VA, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Compensation
$75,000.0 - $90,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Agile Methodology Confluence JIRA C Sharp (Programming Language) C++ (Programming Language) Software Debugging DevOps Graphical User Interface IBM Rational Team Concert (Collaboration Tool) Issue Tracking Systems Java GUIs Software Engineering
+7 more
Software Requirements Analysis Gitlab Git Information Technology Atlassian Tools Bitbucket Software Version Control

Job description

Amentum is seeking skilled Software Engineers to become part of our US Navy Advanced Technology Development Team. The ideal candidate will design, optimize, and develop software to maximize performance and efficiency in an R&D-focused environment. This position is primarily based in Fredericksburg and Dahlgren, VA, with occasional opportunities for telecommuting and travel., Collaborate with the team and end-users to develop graphical user interfaces (GUIs) for in-house tools.

  • Create and implement software updates utilizing C++, Rational Team Concert, GitLab, and other DevOps tools.

  • Participate in and support test events, which may require occasional travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics, with some relevant experience.

  • Active Secret-level US Government Security Clearance (US citizenship required to maintain clearance).

  • Proficiency in defining and managing software requirements, designing, coding, benchmarking, testing, debugging, and documenting within a software development lifecycle.

  • Ability to plan, perform, and lead efforts related to software design, coding, and testing.

  • Hands-on experience with Agile software development environments and methodologies.

  • Familiarity with Atlassian tool suites, including Jira (issue tracking) and Confluence (decision tracking).

  • Proficient use of source code versioning tools such as Git or Bitbucket.

  • Experience with C++ or C# (preferred).

  • Ability to commute to Fredericksburg and Dahlgren, VA (approximately 1 hour south of Washington D.C.).

  • Possession of a valid Real ID driver’s license for access to customer sites, as well as reliable personal transportation (rideshare options like Uber/Lyft are not permitted), due to occasional travel requirements between local job sites.

Benefits & conditions

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage

  • 401(k) plan with employer matching

  • Tuition reimbursement program

  • Wellness initiatives

  • Professional growth opportunities and career advancement

  • Discounts on various services

  • Paid time off, including flexible holiday options

  • Parental leave

  • Basic life insurance and AD&D coverage

Join a team passionate about innovation and cutting-edge development. Apply today to be a part of the future of advanced technology solutions!

Compensation Details: $75 - $90K

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

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