> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2717529-software-developer-associate](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2717529-software-developer-associate). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Developer, Associate - **Company:** MITRE Corporation - **Location:** Sumter, SC, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $79,200.0 - $99,000.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Collaborative Software, Cyber Security, Databases, Computer Engineering, Distributed Systems, Graph Database, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, MongoDB, MySQL, Neo4j, Node.Js, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Software Factory, Software Systems, TypeScript, Web Applications, Web Application Frameworks, ReactJS, Flask (Web Framework), Large Language Models, Spring-boot, Git, Containerization, AngularJS, Information Technology, HuggingFace, Software Version Control, Docker, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9142761/software-developer-associate ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Data Science, or Applied Mathematics). * 0-2 years of relevant experience in hands-on software development, including internships, co-ops, or full-time roles. * Practical understanding of the software development lifecycle, with experience using modern programming languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript/TypeScript. * Experience developing full-stack or web applications using modern frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Node.js, Spring Boot, or Flask). * Foundational understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) and familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker). * Experience working with databases (e.g., MySQL, MongoDB) and version control with Git. * Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with demonstrated ability to learn new tools and technologies quickly. * Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S Government issued Security Clearance. Per the U.S. Government's eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be c * This position requires a minimum of 4 days a week on-site Preferred Qualifications: * Experience working with DoW C2 software systems * Familiarity with large language models (LLMs) and AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, OpenAI, or Hugging Face). * Experience evaluating, testing, or improving software through structured QA, automated test suites, or model-output evaluation. * Exposure to graph databases (e.g., Neo4j) or building data-intensive and analytics applications. * Experience with cloud-native development and AWS services, including building scalable, distributed systems. * Internship, co-op, or project experience in a federal, research, or other mission-driven environment. * Experience applying Agile or Scrum methodologies and collaborative software development practices. * Active or current DoD or federal government security clearance. ## Description * Develop, integrate, and assess software-intensive mission capabilities for advanced warfighting programs * Apply systems engineering, software engineering, and cybersecurity to improve effectiveness, resiliency, and scalability. * Apply AI/ML and AI-assisted software engineering approaches to mission problems, including joint force efforts such as JADC2, AI-supported planning and optimization, and assessments of AI-assisted software technologies for systems-of-record * Support software health and resiliency efforts across mission-critical software ecosystems, including work related to software factories, continuous software threat and incident response, and improving the delivery of resilient software at the speed of need * Collaborate with sponsors, mission partners, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based technical products, engineering analyses, and actionable recommendations for joint, air, space, cyber, and naval mission environments ## 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) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Putting the Graph In GraphQL With The Neo4j GraphQL Library](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/257-putting-the-graph-in-graphql-with-the-neo4j-graphql-library) - [Grappling With Clunky Old Software? Start by Understanding What’s Inside!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1189-grappling-with-clunky-old-software-start-by-understanding-what-s-inside) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Branch your database like your code: How schema changes and pull requests go hand in hand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/350-branch-your-database-like-your-code-how-schema-changes-and-pull-requests-go-hand-in-hand) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)