Junior Software Developer - DoD LogIT (Hybrid)

DSD Laboratories; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DSD Laboratories is seeking a Junior Software Developer to support the development, modernization, and sustainment of AFMC LogIT systems. This entry-level role offers a path to grow in a mission-critical DoD environment.

You will work with DevSecOps, review code, perform testing, and learn secure coding practices while collaborating with government stakeholders across DC and Dayton locations. The position is Hybrid and full-time, offering growth opportunities in a critical logistics software

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, test, and debug software for AFMC LogIT systems using the designated language/framework.
• Implement features, defect corrections, and enhancements per approved requirements and standards.
• Perform unit testing and support integration, regression, functional, and user acceptance testing.
• Participate in peer code reviews and incorporate feedback promptly.
• Analyze legacy code to understand behavior and plan changes.
• Use version control with branching, merging, and merge requests as defined.
• Collaborate with DevSecOps to build, deploy, and promote code through CI/CD pipelines.
• Ensure code builds successfully within automated pipelines and address failures.
• Support automated testing, static/dynamic analysis, and quality gates.
• Assist in release activities, deployment verification, and post-deployment validation.
• Work with cybersecurity teams to meet DoD requirements and secure coding practices.
• Remediate SAST/DAST findings within defined timelines.
• Apply DISA STIGs to development work as required.
• Support RMF and ATO activities with required input and artifacts.
• Handle CUI in accordance with program requirements (marking, storage, transmission).
• Produce and maintain technical documentation and configuration artifacts.
• Support CCB/change management with accurate descriptions and impact assessments.
• Keep documentation synchronized with the delivered software baseline.
• Record work using issue tracking and work management tools.
• Participate in sprint planning, stand-ups, backlog refinement, and demos.
• Communicate progress, blockers, risks, and estimates clearly to leadership.
• Coordinate with senior developers and government stakeholders to clarify requirements.

Job description

DSD Laboratories is seeking a Junior Software Developer to support the development, modernization, and sustainment of AFMC LogIT systems. This entry-level role offers a path to grow in a mission-critical DoD environment.

You will work with DevSecOps, review code, perform testing, and learn secure coding practices while collaborating with government stakeholders across DC and Dayton locations. The position is Hybrid and full-time, offering growth opportunities in a critical logistics software