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# Junior Software Engineer

- **Company:** Sonalysts, Inc.
- **Location:** Manassas, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $70,000.0 - $90,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Cloud Computing, Capability Maturity Model Integration, Linux, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, System Testing, Cloud Platform System, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology
- **Published:** May 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e67388228a621988

## About the Role

Do you have experience in System design?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related technical degree

 * Must be a U.S. citizen, eligible for a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance*

Desired qualifications include:

 * Experience with MATLAB or Python
 * Experience developing containerized applications for cloud-based architectures running Kubernetes
 * Software development for a Linux-based system
 * Experience/knowledge in multiple development languages/environments
 * Experience with submarine combat systems
 * Experience working within a defined (CMMI Level 3 or greater) software development process
 * Possessing an active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance*
 * Obtaining a U.S. Government security clearance involves a comprehensive background check. Candidates are eligible for a clearance if they have demonstrated sound financial management (including good credit) over time, are free of criminal records, have limited foreign contacts or ties, and other factors indicative of a position of trust to protect information sensitive to the U.S. Government.

## Description

Sonalysts, Inc. is seeking a junior software engineer to support software development functions for defense system projects. The successful candidate will have experience with Python or MATLAB and be a fast learner who can quickly become a key contributor to the development of mission-critical, real-time military software applications., * Supporting design, implementation, and integration and test of new and existing software applications running in a cloud environment.

 * Develop and test algorithms in MATLAB or Python.
 * Investigating and fixing bugs resulting from system testing.
 * Participate in an Agile team including participating in planning, SCRUM, and retrospective meetings.


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