Junior Software Engineer
About The Position
Join a fast-paced Agile team developing mission-critical geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) applications supporting the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). Contribute to the design, development, and deployment of modern web-based software solutions that enable intelligence analysis and mission execution. Gain hands-on experience working with GIS technologies, cloud-native architectures, and large-scale data environments. Collaborate with experienced software engineers, system architects, and mission stakeholders while growing your technical and professional skills. Help deliver secure, high-quality software capabilities that directly support national security objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline.
- 0–3 years of professional software development experience.
- Experience developing software using Java, Python, or both.
- Familiarity with web application development concepts and technologies.
- Understanding of relational databases and basic data modeling principles.
- Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies and Agile development practices.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- TS/SCI security clearance with willingness to undergo polygraph examination.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with GIS technologies such as ArcGIS, GeoServer, OpenLayers, Cesium, or similar platforms.
- Familiarity with cloud technologies, containerization, or DevSecOps tools and practices.
- Understanding of secure software development principles and cybersecurity best practices within government environments.
Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and maintain software applications using Java and/or Python.
- Design and implement web application features using modern development frameworks and best practices.
- Integrate and manage structured and unstructured data using relational and non-relational database technologies.
- Support the development and enhancement of geospatial and GIS-enabled applications and services.
- Participate in code reviews, unit testing, debugging, and software integration activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to deliver capabilities within scheduled sprint cycles.
- Apply secure coding practices and support security-focused software development processes.
- Assist with troubleshooting, performance tuning, and continuous improvement of existing applications.
- Contribute to technical documentation, system design discussions, and software lifecycle activities.
Benefits
- flexible time off benefit
- robust learning resources
- healthcare
- wellness
- financial
- retirement
- family support
- continuing education
- time off benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
