Mid Level Software Developer, Hypervelocity/C++

Amentum; Dahlgren (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability & life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Mid Level Software Developer to support Naval projects in Dahlgren, VA. On-site role requiring a SECRET clearance, a BS in CS/engineering or equivalent, and 3+ years of C++ experience along with Python and Java. Responsibilities span Agile development, cross-team collaboration, Windows and Linux environments, and VSCode development.

The team focuses on modernizing DoW weapons and sensor systems, with a broad benefits package and travel between local worksites as needed.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science, Math, Physics, Aerospace engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Active SECRET US Government Clearance; US citizenship required.
• 3+ years of C++ experience.
• Experience with Python and Java.
• Must have valid Real ID driver’s license and access to transportation; some travel between local worksites may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide software/engineering solutions and system development using Agile development principles.
• Perform analysis and problem-solving for professional scientific/engineering work.
• Work independently and with teams across organizations to meet goals on schedule.
• Operating Systems: Windows and Red Hat Linux.
• Developing in the VSCode environment.

Skills

C++

Python

Java

Education

BS Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

podman/docker

JFrog

Junit

Jenkins

Git/Gitlab

Visual Studio

VMWare

JIRA/Bitbucket/Confluence

Job description

Amentum is seeking software engineering professionals with a computer science or related educational background and/or equivalent experience to support software system engineering efforts in support of Naval projects at Dahlgren, VA. The work location for this position is on-site in Dahlgren, Virginia where we have provided support to the customer for over 50 years! You will be part of our growing systems & software engineering team and contribute to our diverse skillsets across multiple software and systems engineering contracts in support of our Software Center 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 DoW 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.

Mid Level Software Developer, Hypervelocity/C++ Responsibilities Include:

• Providing software/engineering solutions and system development using 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.
• Operating Systems – Windows and Red Hat Linux.
• Developing Environment-vscode.

Minimum Requirements:

• Computer Science and a math/physics/aerospace engineering background with a BS degree in either Computer Science, Math, Physics, Aerospace engineering, or engineering. The degree requirement can be substituted with applicable experience.
• Candidates must maintain a valid Real ID drivers license required for access to customer site (a driver is not an option) and have access to reliable transportation as this position requires occasional travel between local worksites during the week.
• Must have an Active SECRET US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a SECRET Clearance.
• 3+ years of C++ experience.
• Experience with C++, Python, and Java.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with toolsets such as podman/docker, JFrog, Junit, Jenkins, Git/Gitlab, Visual Studio, VMWare, JIRA Bitbucket, Confluence.
• Familiarity with Agile Development such as Scrum or LeSS is a plus.

Compensation Details:

US: $ 90,000 to $120,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

07/17/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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