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Junior Software Engineer

Amentum Washington, DC

Washington, DC

1mo ago Closed

$95k - $110k/yr Full time Junior Software Software Engineer

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jun 25, 2026).

Job Description

Amentum is seeking a Junior Software Engineer with Top Secret clearance to join a team delivering large-scale data analysis projects and building on-premises and cloud-based applications for a premier law enforcement agency in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

Write, test, and debug new code and enhancements to existing software; collaborate with technical staff to diagnose and resolve issues
Address user feedback and customer complaints about software, implementing improvements and new features as suggested
Support development of software user manuals and related documentation
Oversee desktop design and testing, implement security lockdowns, integrate with standard software packages, and coordinate automated patching and deployment technologies; include automation of application and configuration deployments and updates
Operate with substantial latitude in choosing development approaches and presenting problem solutions
Contribute to project deliverables and relevant performance metrics where applicable

Requirements

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Business or related field plus 1 year of experience; experience may substitute for degree
Solid understanding of business applications and nonfunctional requirements including user, performance, quality, interface, and security aspects
Experience developing, testing, and deploying backend software in common languages such as Java, JavaScript, Go, Python, TypeScript, and .NET
Experience developing Java software using current Java Development Kit versions
Experience implementing backend frameworks such as Java Spring, Node.js, Go Gin, AngularJS, React, Next.js, NestJS, Gin Spring, Google Web Toolkit, Hibernate, and Struts
Familiarity with Agile methodologies
Knowledge of software design patterns and antipatterns
Experience with development tools (Git, IDEs, code quality tools, etc.)
Front-end skills: JavaScript (ES6+), React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS, Material UI, RESTful design and principles
Commitment to code quality and standardization practices
Backend skills: Node.js, Express, NestJS, npm, Go, Java 8, SOAP, Maven and Gradle
Experience with development tools: Git, Jira, static application security testing (SAST such as SonarQube, GitLab SAST), unit and integration testing (Jest, Mocha, Chai)
Business analysis and project management experience with SAFe Agile principles, Jira, Confluence

Technologies

Java
JavaScript
Go
Python
TypeScript
.NET
Java Spring
Node.js
Go Gin
AngularJS
React
Next.js
NestJS
Gin
Google Web Toolkit
Hibernate
Struts
Git
Integrated Development Environments (IDEs)
SonarQube
GitLab SAST
Jest
Mocha
Chai
SAFe
Jira
Confluence
npm
Maven
Gradle
Tailwind CSS
Material UI
REST
Java Development Kit
Express
SOAP

Benefits

401(k) with 3% match
Bereavement leave
Dental insurance
Dependent health coverage
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid holidays
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Prescription drug coverage
Vision insurance

Pay

Salary: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Security Clearance

Top Secret (Required)

Work Location

In person - Washington, DC (onsite)

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