Software Engineer 1

General Dynamics - IT; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid time off

Wellness packages

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT is seeking a Software Engineer to transform technology into opportunity within government projects. The role involves developing, maintaining, and enhancing software systems, working individually or as part of a team, and ensuring adherence to design and documentation standards.

Qualified candidates will hold a CS-related degree, possess 7+ years of experience, and have active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; four years SWE experience may substitute.
• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph clearance required.
• 7+ years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems per requirements.
• Review and test software components for design adherence and document results.
• Resolve software defect reports and improve documentation and processes.
• Design or implement complex database interfaces and data queries.
• Lead team as appropriate to the software development process.

Skills

Typescript

JavaScript

CSS

Vue

React

Node

NPM

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Software Engineer

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

What you’ll need to succeed

• Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Security clearance level: Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph required
• Experience: 7+ years of related experience
• Technical skills: Experience with Typescript, JavaScript, CSS, Vue, React, Vite, Node, NPM, Git

Role responsibilities

The Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing‑intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real‑time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade‑offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off‑the‑shelf (COTS)/Government Off‑the‑shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components. Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements. Debug existing software and correct defects. Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards. Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features. Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments. Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories. Write or review software and system documentation. Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project. Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries. Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards. Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components. Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, confer with users or system engineers; analyze systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigate problem areas. Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance. Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.

Preferred qualifications/experience

• Experience with Typescript, JavaScript, CSS, Vue, React, Vite, Node, NPM, Git
• Experience with video playback technologies (e.g., HTML5 video, Vidstack, vidoe.js, HLS, DASH) nice but optional.

GDIT is your place

• 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

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. #MD_2026Alumni #IntelligenceEngineered #praxisjobs