Haystack logo
Haystack Verified
Software, Developer Tools, Analytics

Junior Software Engineer

United StatesHybridFull TimeJunior / Entry-level$69,550–$125,725 /yrPosted 2 months ago

Is this role right for you?

Upload your resume and get a skill-by-skill breakdown — see exactly where you match, where you're close, and what to highlight. Not a mystery percentage.

Get a tailored resume highlighting what this role needs.

Role summary

A leading enterprise in defense, space, cyber, and commercial fields seeks a Junior Software Engineer to develop and enhance complex software systems, including processing-intensive analytics on real-time systems. The role involves utilizing DevOps tools like GitLab for CI/CD, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on RF simulation system backend software, and participating in deployments. Responsibilities include configuring and managing Linux/Windows OS, troubleshooting, and debugging integration issues. A BA/BS in a related field with 3 years of experience, or 7+ years without a degree, is required, along with C++ and scripting language proficiency (Bash, Python), and knowledge of cyber-secure development principles. U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance are mandatory.

Junior Software Engineer | Hybrid | $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

We're hiring for a leading enterprise in the defense, space, cyber, and commercial fields, renowned for delivering responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific, and IT solutions. This employer is dedicated to creating unique solutions for complex problems and supporting critical national security initiatives.

The Role

• Develop and enhance complex software systems, including processing-intensive analytics on real-time systems.

• Utilize DevOps tools like GitLab for continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on RF simulation system backend software development.

• Participate in test, staging, and production deployments to ensure system reliability and performance.

• Configure and manage Linux and Windows operating systems, troubleshoot, and implement system enhancements.

• Debug problems during the integration of threat models in a collaborative environment.

What You'll Need

• BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, with 3 years of relevant experience, or 7+ years of overall relevant experience without a degree.

• Experience writing object-oriented code in C++.

• Proficiency with scripting languages such as Bash and Python.

• Experience with both Linux and Windows software development environments.

• Knowledge of cyber-secure software development principles.

• Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance (U.S. Citizenship is required).

What's On Offer

• Competitive compensation package reflecting the importance of the work.

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.

• Income protection, paid leave, and retirement benefits.

• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects for the Defense Intelligence Community and Air Force.

Apply via Haystack today!

Ready to apply?
You'll be redirected to Haystack's application page.

Similar roles