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# Software Engineer I/II (Entry-level)

- **Company:** General Dynamics Electric Boat
- **Location:** Middletown, RI, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, JIRA, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Networks, System Configuration, Linux, Ansible, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Virtualization Technology, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Gitlab, Containerization
- **Published:** September 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://careers-gdeb.icims.com/jobs/17555/software-engineer-i-ii-(entry-level)/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in_iframe=1&hashed=-1834445216

## About the Role

Required:

 * Bachelor's of Science degree or higher in Computer Engineering or Computer Science
 * 0-5 years of postgraduate engineering experience
 * Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance

Preferred:

 * Proficiency with software development languages including: C++20, Java, and bash
 * Experience working a Linux environment
 * Demonstrated strong problem solving and analytical skills
 * Ability to travel to customer sites as needed
 * Familiarity with networking concepts
 * Knowledge of software test philosophies, software test tools and test driven development
 * Understanding of Agile methodologies, JIRA and Gitlab
 * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
 * Familiarity with software deployment tools and concepts such as Ansible, containerization and virtualization

Skills

 * Desire to improve by both giving and receiving constructive feedback
 * Willingness to work outside of software development comfort-zone and learn
 * Ability to troubleshoot system configuration, software and hardware problems
 * Strong organizational, communication, written, and interpersonal skills
 * Ability to function independently and collaborate with team members internal and external
 * Enthusiasm to be thorough by applying attention to detail, technical rigor, problem-solving, and multi-tasking to technical assignments
 * Ability to plan, organize, and schedule work
 * Willingness to take on, research, and solve challenging problems