C++ Software Engineer, Junior

Booz Allen; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen in the United States is seeking a Junior C++ Software Engineer to help design, develop, and refine code for mission-ready applications. You will work under supervision, apply Agile methods, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on solving real-world problems.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's degree by Fall 2026, can obtain a Secret clearance, and have strong fundamentals in C++, OOP, data structures, and design patterns.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, modifying, developing, writing, and implementing software programming applications using Agile methods.
• Experience writing source code for new applications or generating and enhancing code samples for existing applications.
• Experience creating solutions to complex problems in a collaborative team environment.
• Knowledge of C++ fundamentals, including object-oriented programming, data types and structures, standard library, memory management, and design patterns.
• Ability to problem-solve and critically think through software issues, including utilizing debuggers and testing infrastructure to troubleshoot issues.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor's degree by Fall 2026.

Responsibilities

• Develop solution architecture (SA) and resolve complex issues in a variety of projects through the implementation of requirements analysis, expertise support, and project supervision.
• Apply basic principles, theories, and concepts, including limited industry knowledge.
• Solve routine problems of limited scope and complexity; refer more complex issues to higher levels.
• Work under direct supervision.

Skills

Agile methods

Code writing

Collaborative problem solving

C++ fundamentals

Debugging

Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree by Fall 2026

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Tools

Git

Jira

Bamboo

Job description

Join a culture of empowerment and connectivity.

Develop your craft

Learn the skills you need to accelerate your career.

Discover benefits that support your life and work.

Innovate with intention

Build mission-ready tech that protects the nation.

Develop solution architecture (SA) and resolve complex issues in a variety of projects through the implementation of requirements analysis, expertise support, and project supervision. Apply basic principles, theories, and concepts, including limited industry knowledge. Solve routine problems of limited scope and complexity, and refer more complex issues to higher levels. Work under direct supervision.

You Have:

• Experience designing, modifying, developing, writing, and implementing software programming applications using Agile methods
• Experience writing source code for new applications or generating and enhancing code samples for existing applications
• Experience creating solutions to complex problems in a collaborative team environment
• Knowledge of C++ fundamentals, including object-oriented programming, data types and structures, standard library, memory management, and design patterns
• Ability to problem-solve and critically think through software issues, including utilizing debuggers and testing infrastructure to troubleshoot issues
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor's degree by Fall 2026

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with modeling and simulation frameworks, including AFSIM
• Experience with large code bases and the complex code
• Ability to work with technologies that support CI/CD development, including Git, Jira, and Bamboo

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $55,200.00 to $126,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

C++ Software Engineer, Junior

The Opportunity:

Develop solution architecture (SA) and resolve complex issues in a variety of projects through the implementation of requirements analysis, expertise support, and project supervision. Apply basic principles, theories, and concepts, including limited industry knowledge. Solve routine problems of limited scope and complexity, and refer more complex issues to higher levels. Work under direct supervision.

You Have:

• Experience designing, modifying, developing, writing, and implementing software programming applications using Agile methods
• Experience writing source code for new applications or generating and enhancing code samples for existing applications
• Experience creating solutions to complex problems in a collaborative team environment
• Knowledge of C++ fundamentals, including object-oriented programming, data types and structures, standard library, memory management, and design patterns
• Ability to problem-solve and critically think through software issues, including utilizing debuggers and testing infrastructure to troubleshoot issues
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor's degree by Fall 2026

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with modeling and simulation frameworks, including AFSIM
• Experience with large code bases and the complex code
• Ability to work with technologies that support CI/CD development, including Git, Jira, and Bamboo
• Top Secret clearance

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $55,200.00 to $126,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.