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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Junior Software Developer - **Company:** Applied Research Associates, Inc. - **Location:** Albuquerque, NM, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), .NET Framework, Agile Methodology, Software Applications, Software Bug Management, C++ (Programming Language), Static Program Analysis, Computer Programming, Databases, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Graphical User Interface, Microsoft Visual Studio, Object-Oriented Software Development, Program Analysis, Software Tools, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, SQLite, Subversion, Software Technical Review, Git, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3404646570&tx=VT5954TYZ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role This position requires a B.S. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent field, in addition to 0-2 years of software development experience. The applicant must demonstrate knowledge of the C++ programming language. Applicants should also have experience developing Microsoft .Net applications using Microsoft Visual Studio. In addition, familiarity with desktop application development, event-driven and object-oriented programming design, 3-D visualization, and SQLite databases is highly desirable, * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field * 0-2 years' employment experience in software development and computer programming * Demonstrated proficiency programming in C++. * Independent and self-motivated * Excellent technical, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to work in a team environment * Eligibility to obtain a DoD security clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship Preferred Qualifications: * Experience with the following specific topics are considered strong pluses * Experience with software configuration management tools (SVN, Git) * Experience with Visual Studio development platform. * Experience with Agile Processes. * Experience with SQLite or other databases. * Active DoD security clearance, * Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject * Team Player: Works well as a member of a group * Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well * Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity, * Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help * Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks * Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Education Required * Bachelors or better in Computer Engineering Experience Required * 0-2 years: Relevant work experience. ## Description At ARA, we strive to find valuable colleagues with not only to give our employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take active roles as owners. The motto, "Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit" sums up the ARA experience. As a Junior Software Developer on our team, you will be responsible for developing technology critical to the success of our projects as well as national security., * Designing, coding, and debugging applications in C++. * Performing software analysis, code analysis, requirements analysis, and software review. * Performing object-oriented design and analysis (OOA and OOD). * Implementing new graphical user interfaces and visualization. * Software testing and quality assurance. * Supporting, maintaining, and documenting software functionality. * Software support/bug fixes. The candidate is expected to develop new features or methodologies by working alongside modelers and scientists as well as modify existing modeling and simulation software tools. Candidates must work in an agile team environment focused on delivering quality applications. 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