Software Developer - TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics Information Technology

Herndon (VA)

On-site

USD 127,500 - 172,500

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
Competitive pay and paid time off
AI-powered career tools
Internal mobility support
Military-friendly workplace

Job summary

A leading technology and professional services firm in Herndon, VA, is seeking a Software Developer to shape mission-critical government projects. The role demands expertise in AWS and Java, along with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. The Software Developer will collaborate within Agile teams to innovate solutions that directly impact national security. Competitive benefits and the potential for a hybrid work schedule are provided, with a salary range of $127,500 to $172,500 based on experience.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of related experience required.
  • US citizenship required.
  • Security clearance level: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph.

Responsibilities

  • Support engineering team in creating cloud-based architectures.
  • Collaborate with partners to define next-generation requirements.
  • Drive innovative solutions using latest technologies.

Skills

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Cloud Development
Java
JavaScript
React
Node.js
Python

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Type of Requisition

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required

None

Job Family

Software Engineering

Job Qualifications

Skills: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Cloud Development, Java

Certifications: None

Experience: 3+ years of related experience

US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description

Transform technology into opportunity as a Software Developer at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission‑critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Software Developer, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of the Intelligence Community. You will play a crucial role in developing and operating mission‑critical capabilities directly impacting national security.

  • Support our engineering team in the creation on enterprise scale serverless cloud‑based architectures to deliver scalable and reliable systems
  • Collaborate with customer and mission partners to define next generation requirements and the art of the possible
  • Drive innovative solutions using the latest technologies to meet evolving challenges

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Software Developer must have:

  • Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field, or relevant years of experience
  • Experience: 3+ years of related experience
  • Required Technical skills: JavaScript, React, Node.js, Python, AWS cloud development
  • Security clearance level: TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Location: Herndon, VA (potential for Hybrid schedule)
  • US citizenship required
  • Role requirements: Ability to work collaboratively with Agile/Scrum delivery teams in hybrid environments

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI‑powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
  • Community: Award‑winning culture of innovation and a military‑friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation.

#WeAreGDIT
#JET
#GDITEnhanced2026
#VA_2026Alumni

The likely salary range for this position is $127,500 - $172,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options: Hybrid

Work Location: USA VA Herndon

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US‑based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.

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