Junior Software Engineer

3M HEALTHCARE; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 70,500 - 136,700; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services in Lorton, VA seeks a Junior Software Engineer to join an onsite team focused on cloud-based solutions, IaC/CaC, and Jira/Confluence automation. You will support development, testing, and deployment, and collaborate with senior engineers on cloud architecture improvements.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in CS/SE, 0–2 years of software experience, and 8140 certification within six months. Benefits include exposure to Azure and modern DevOps practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 0–2 years of software engineering experience (internships, course projects, or personal projects welcome).
• Foundational understanding of cloud computing concepts and software development principles.
• Basic knowledge of networking, databases, and security fundamentals.
• Must hold 8140 certification or obtain it within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, developing, testing, and deploying software and automation solutions
• Support Jira and Confluence workflow customization, automation, and integrations, including scripting, API usage, and plugin‑based enhancements
• Develop and maintain IaC and CaC using tools such as Ansible, Bicep, Terraform or PowerShell
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code using C#, Python, Java, PowerShell, or Bicep
• Contribute to cloud solution development and deployment within Microsoft Azure environments
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code across various programming languages as needed
• Collaborating with senior engineers on new features, enhancements, and cloud architecture improvements
• Participate in CI/CD pipeline development and automated deployment workflows
• Troubleshoot application, configuration, or pipeline issues in development and deployment environments
• Document system changes, engineering processes, workflows, and deployment patterns
• Participate in team meetings, design sessions, code reviews, and continuous improvement activities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Azure

Ansible

Bicep

Terraform

PowerShell

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

We are seeking a Junior Software Engineer to join our team in Lorton, VA. This fully onsite role will support the development, integration, and deployment of cloud‑based solutions with a focus on Infrastructure‑as‑Code (IaC), Configuration‑as‑Code (CaC), and workflow automation. The candidate will assist with Atlassian Jira and Confluence workflow customization and integrations, while also contributing to the development and enhancement of cloud‑hosted applications and services. This position provides the opportunity to expand hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure technologies, modern DevOps practices, and automation tools in a collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, developing, testing, and deploying software and automation solutions
• Support Jira and Confluence workflow customization, automation, and integrations, including scripting, API usage, and plugin‑based enhancements
• Develop and maintain IaC and CaC using tools such as Ansible, Bicep, Terraform or PowerShell
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code using C#, Python, Java, PowerShell, or Bicep
• Contribute to cloud solution development and deployment within Microsoft Azure environments
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code across various programming languages as needed
• Collaborating with senior engineers on new features, enhancements, and cloud architecture improvements
• Participate in CI/CD pipeline development and automated deployment workflows
• Troubleshoot application, configuration, or pipeline issues in development and deployment environments
• Document system changes, engineering processes, workflows, and deployment patterns
• Participate in team meetings, design sessions, code reviews, and continuous improvement activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 0–2 years of software engineering experience (internships, course projects, or personal projects welcome)
• Foundational understanding of cloud computing concepts and software development principles
• Basic knowledge of networking, databases, and security fundamentals
• Must hold 8140 certification or obtain it within six months

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with REST APIs and microservices concepts
• Exposure to Agile development methodologies
• Experience or hands‑on practice with Terraform, Docker, or Kubernetes
• Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) fundamentals or experience using AI‑assisted development tools
• Valid US Passport Required

Clearance Requirements

No clearance required, but must have the ability to obtain TS/SCI eligibility.

Compensation

The base pay range for this position in these locations is $70,500—$136,700 USD.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.

Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an affirmative action employer for veterans and individuals with disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

Accommodation

Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

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