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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Junior Software Engineer - **Company:** Everforth Ecs - **Location:** Fairfax, VA, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Business Analytics Applications, Unit Testing, Static Program Analysis, Software Quality, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Infrastructure, Software Debugging, Design of User Interfaces, Python (Programming Language), NIPRNet, Software Engineering, Code Comments, Gitlab, Git, Integration Frameworks, Terraform, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Docker, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** May 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ee247331bc4d293b ## About the Role Do you have experience in Version control?, * Current Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). * 0-3 years of experience in software engineering, application development, or a closely related technical discipline, including relevant academic, internship, capstone project, or personal portfolio experience demonstrating practical coding ability. * Foundational proficiency in one or more of the following languages or technologies: Python, JavaScript, or Java, with a basic working awareness of containerization concepts using Docker, version control workflows using Git or GitLab, and Infrastructure-as-Code principles using Terraform or equivalent tooling. ## Description The Junior Software Engineer contributes to WDP Core Integration software development by implementing assigned features, fixes, and configuration updates across development, test, integration, and staging environments spanning NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and JWICS under the guidance of senior software engineers. This is an entry-level role offering meaningful hands-on exposure to full-lifecycle, mission-critical government software engineering within a high-tempo DevSecOps delivery environment where code quality and security compliance directly impact warfighter outcomes. * Supports War Data Platform (WDP) Core Integration software development by creating application features, scripts, and configuration updates across development, test, integration, and staging environments operating on NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and JWICS. * Writes foundational code using Python, JavaScript, Java, Terraform, Docker, and GitLab workflows to contribute to analytic tools, user interfaces, and automation services. * Leads bug-fix activities and minor feature implementation while reviewing requirements, creating simple design sketches, and seeking clarification to validate technical direction. * Implements assigned code components, runs existing Infrastructure-as-Code scripts, and applies baseline hardening standards while learning Department of War Security Technical Implementation Guide requirements. * Updates Infrastructure-as-Code and Configuration-as-Code modules by modifying templates, variables, and resource definitions used to maintain consistent provisioning. * Assists with virtual-machine and container-application hardening by validating configuration baselines, removing prohibited services, and updating image parameters aligned to DoW container-hardening standards. * Supports security-scanning workflows by preparing code for static analysis, dependency checks, vulnerability assessments, and compliance validation performed within continuous integration and continuous deployment pipelines. * Triggers builds, adds basic unit tests, addresses linting errors under guidance, and executes existing scanning scripts while applying minor corrective changes. * Diagnoses coding errors, configuration discrepancies, and pipeline issues through log inspection, debugging tools, and environment consoles. * Monitors dashboards, follows runbooks to resolve alerts, and contributes brief documentation such as README updates and code comments. * Participates in Agile ceremonies, collaborates with senior engineers, follows story definitions, and delivers well-scoped tasks aligned to mission priorities. * Produces structured notes, code revisions, documentation updates, and configuration artifacts that support traceability and maintain alignment with War Data Platform (WDP) Core Integration software-engineering objectives. * Performs other duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)