Entry Level Software Developer

Amentum; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking entry-level software developers to join their dynamic team in Dahlgren, VA. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge DoD weapons and sensor systems, contributing to the modernization of the Navy. As part of a collaborative environment, you will apply your skills in C/C++ and shell scripting while supporting complex digital engineering challenges. Ideal candidates will possess a strong technical background and excellent communication skills, ready to engage directly with customers and engineering teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience required.
• Must possess an active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support Naval projects with C/C++ software development.
• Interact with customers and engineering personnel.
• Work independently and in teams to meet project goals.

Skills

C/C++

Shell Scripting

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Physics

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Amentum is seeking software engineering professionals with software development related education and/or experience to support software development & integration primarily in C/C++, Java, and shell scripting in support of Naval projects at Dahlgren, VA.

You will be part of our growing systems & software engineering team and contribute to our diverse skillsets across multiple contracts in support of our Centers of Excellence. We are looking for individuals to join our team atmosphere that are eager to make a difference by solving complex Digital Engineering challenges.

Apply your skills to the latest DoD weapons and sensor systems, modernizing the Navy and contributing to mission success. Successful candidates must possess excellent communication skills and interact directly with customers and engineering personnel.

Entry Level Software Developer Responsibilities Include:

Applying your skills to the latest DoD weapons and sensor systems, modernizing the Navy and contributing to mission success.

Interacting directly with customers and engineering personnel

Supporting of Naval projects/programs and requires the ability to conduct C or C++ software development used within the weapon system.

Supporting a Senior Amentum developer in development using both Waterfall and Agile development principles.

Performing analysis and problem-solving techniques in support of professional scientific/engineering work

Working independently and with others within established teams, across organizations, to meet established goals within schedule driven timelines.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in a Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or other technical field or equivalent experience.

Must be able to have ana active Secret security clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a SECRET Clearance.

C/C++ and shell scripting experience

Preferred Qualifications

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.

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