Junior Software Engineer: Linux, Data & Systems

VTG; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Job summary

VTG is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and integrate complex software in support of mission-critical systems. You will collaborate with engineers to contribute to data processing, analytics, system integration, and application development in Linux environments.

This role emphasizes applying core software engineering principles, debugging, and delivering reliable solutions while navigating security clearance requirements. A sign-on bonus may apply for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship with TS/SCI with Poly required.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
• Four years of software engineering experience or substituted for degree.
• Experience with Linux operating systems.
• Foundational knowledge of software development principles and practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Security clearance requirements and polygraph within last 7 years.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and enhance software applications and systems based on documented requirements.
• Analyze user and system requirements to determine design specs and performance objectives.
• Develop new software applications and modify existing code for features.
• Debug and resolve defects to improve performance.
• Integrate software components into systems and environments.
• Develop and execute software tests to validate functionality.
• Review components, document test results, and resolve issues.
• Develop basic database queries to retrieve, analyze, and manipulate data.
• Support software development within Linux environments.
• Collaborate with software engineers, systems engineers, and stakeholders throughout the SDLC.
• Participate in design discussions involving architecture, integration, and component reuse.
• Evaluate opportunities to leverage COTS and GOTS technologies.
• Maintain technical documentation and recommend improvements to processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Linux experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Job description

VTG is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and integrate complex software in support of mission-critical systems. You will collaborate with engineers to contribute to data processing, analytics, system integration, and application development in Linux environments.

This role emphasizes applying core software engineering principles, debugging, and delivering reliable solutions while navigating security clearance requirements. A sign-on bonus may apply for eligible candidates.