Software Engineer

Amentum; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Software Engineer for a remote/hybrid role to support defense and civilian missions. The candidate should have extensive software engineering experience, including system architecture, requirements documentation, and DOE project work.

Strong independent work skills, ability to travel occasionally, and US citizenship are required. Proficiency with IBM DOORS Next Gen and related development tools is preferred. Compensation ranges from 95,000 to 140,000 USD annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT related discipline with 10 years proven performance in related assignments; or Associate Degree in IT related discipline with 12 years proven performance in related assignment(s).
• In lieu of degree, a high school diploma with typically at least 15 years of equivalent knowledge and experience is acceptable.

Skills

Software development

System architecture

Requirements documentation

Debugging and testing

Independent work

Travel readiness

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT related discipline

Associate Degree in IT related discipline

Tools

IBM DOORS Next Gen

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative solutions, supporting critical missions across defense, intelligence, energy, and civilian sectors. Our people are our competitive advantage, driven by purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering excellence for our customers and communities. We are currently seeking a Software Engineer to be remote/hybrid.

Experience/Skills Needed

• Knowledge of the academic as well as the practical aspects of Software Engineering is required. Ongoing technical development in Software Engineering is required.
• Demonstrated experience working in IBM DOORS Next Generation with system architecture and environmental development capabilities is required.
• Proficiency in writing and maintaining Software Requirement Specification documentation is required.
• Demonstrates an applied understanding of computer languages, software development fundamentals/methodology and database infrastructure.
• Demonstrates programming skills that include analyzing information, software design, requirements, testing, documentation, problem solving, debugging and software development fundamentals/methodology.
• Understands and applies advanced knowledge of discipline's standard theories, concepts, principles and techniques; has working knowledge of standard software engineering practices and applications.
• Demonstrate proficiency and experience necessary to develop moderately complex software.
• Demonstrates ability to utilize software engineering tools such as configuration management systems, change management, scanning, and debuggers in the software development process.
• Ability to work with minimal direction and supervision to complete projects in a timely manner, make time for unplanned assignments and adapt to changing priorities.
• Candidate must demonstrate 15 or more years’ experience in software engineering related positions, including a minimum of 10 years’ experience on Department of Energy projects.
• Candidate must demonstrate experience participating in systems engineering teams, with responsibilities including software engineering and program development to support systems engineering initiatives.
• Candidate must be able to work independently and within a multi-discipline team.
• Occasional travel is required.
• Due to the nature of the work must be a US Citizen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an IT related discipline (e.g., Information Technology, Computer Technology. Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering) with 10 years proven performance in related assignments; or Associate Degree in IT related discipline (e.g. Information Technology, Computer Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering) with 12 years proven performance in related assignment(s). For a non-IT related degree additional years of experience are required. In lieu of degree, a high school diploma with typically at least 15 years of equivalent knowledge and experience is acceptable.

Compensation Details

95,000-140,000

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

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• 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

06/09/2026 - 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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