Junior Software Engineer 760

Socket.dev; Maryland; On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation

Fully paid medical

Job summary

Freedom is seeking a Junior Software Developer to support mission-critical enterprise applications for a PRIME CONTRACT. You will work on modernizing legacy systems and delivering user-focused front-end solutions using JavaScript, Angular, and Node.js.

Position requires TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph, a technical degree with 3 years of software experience, or 7 years without a degree. Collaboration with government teams is essential.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph is required.
• A technical bachelor's degree and 3 years of software development experience, or 7 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with front-end technologies including JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain front-end applications using JavaScript, Angular, and Node.js.
• Contribute to requirements analysis, design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Produce and update technical documentation and briefs for government locations.
• Collaborate with leads and teammates to evaluate new technologies and improve sustainment systems.

Skills

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Git

Node.js

Angular

AWS

Docker

EngineX

Job description

Join a team that powers the business enterprise behind the mission. Freedom supports the sustainment, modernization, and transformation of more than 100 enterprise business systems that enable tens of thousands of government personnel, industry partners, and prospective employees worldwide. Our teams develop, modernize, secure, and operate the applications and services that support workforce management, training, financial operations, acquisitions, security processing, and executive decision-making across multiple secure environments.

As part of this program, you will work alongside experts in software engineering, cloud computing, DevSecOps, systems engineering, and enterprise platforms to modernize legacy systems, automate business processes, and deliver innovative solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the user experience. The work you perform will help ensure the organization has the technology, information, and capabilities needed to support its workforce and accomplish its mission.

We are seeking a Junior Software Developer for one of our PRIME CONTRACTS and offers exciting opportunities to support essential services and mission critical activities across the enterprise. Our mission supports the Government Corporate Management Solutions (CMS) by providing full life cycle support services through the sustainment, modernization, and transformation of the enterprise corporate applications. These applications are used across the government enterprise and are critical to the daily functions of thousands of users across acquisition, business, finance, HR, training, recruitment, program management, security, logistics and more. Come join our diverse and growing team with lots of opportunities!

• Join a high-performing team with a meaningful mission. Be part of an established team responsible for sustaining, enhancing, and modernizing mission-critical security applications that support essential operational functions across the enterprise.
• Contribute to the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of front-end applications using technologies such as JavaScript, Angular, and Node.js. Partner with developers, technical leads, and stakeholders to deliver reliable, scalable, and user-focused solutions.
• Make an impact across the full software development lifecycle. Engage in requirements analysis, design, development, testing, troubleshooting, deployment, and production support. Help identify and implement opportunities to enhance system functionality, performance, and the overall user experience.
• Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where you'll have opportunities to tackle complex problems, implement meaningful system enhancements, and contribute to modernization initiatives that directly support mission success.
• Lead assigned tasks and projects while balancing independent problem solving with collaboration across cross‑functional teams. We're looking for someone who is self‑motivated, adaptable, and excited to contribute both independently and as part of a larger development team.
• Collaborate with technical leads and team members to evaluate emerging technologies, strengthen development practices, and drive the continued evolution of critical sustainment systems.

Technology Stack:

• Typescript
• Javascript
• Angular
• NX
• Express.js
• Node.js
• AWS (CloudFormation, DocumentDb, ECS/EKS, EC2, Cloudwatch)
• MongoDB
• Docker/Containerization
• UX Design

Required Qualifications:

• TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
• A bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and three (3) years of experience in software development/engineering. Seven (7) years of experience in software development/engineering may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Experience working with front-end technologies including JavaScript
• Willingness to learn new technologies
• Experience developing and updating technical documentation
• Must be willing to attend meetings and briefings at government locations

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working with the AWS Platform
• Experience working in an Agile Development Team
• Experience working with Git for source code management
• Experience with Node.js, AngularJS, Angular, VueJS or comparable JavaScript frameworks/libraries
• Experience with GOTS products
• Experience with EngineX

The estimated salary range for this position is between $130,000-$150,000 (annualized USD). This range reflects the typical pay for the role and is one part of the company's comprehensive compensation package. Actual salaries are influenced by several factors, such as location, the individual’s education, skills, experience, and competencies, as well as contract affordability and organizational needs.

What’s in It for You?

• Flexible work environment
• A team mentality - work with friendly, like-minded professionals
• Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies
• Enjoy extremely competitive compensation and benefits
• A work-life balance you can count on
• Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime

The Benefits You Get with Freedom

• Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more
• Generous paid time off - including paid site closure days
• Competitive salary offerings
• Paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Fully paid life and disability
• Annual logo wear allowance
• Company sponsored events (game nights, holiday party, summer party, happy hours)

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status.

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