Junior Software Engineer

Bitwise • Fort Meade, MD

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About The Position

Bitwise has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Software Engineer. Our team of Analysts and Engineers is motivated by the direct impact on the mission, crafting specialized tools for enhanced efficiency and quick iterations for our operations user base. Seeing your tools in real-time action brings immediate gratification. This premier program encompasses traditional software services including Systems Design and Engineering, Database Administration, Data Science and Knowledge Management, Enterprise Risk Management, Integration and Test, as well as Operations and Systems Support. The program is characterized by innovation and excitement, fostering meaningful engagements, and offering distinctive collaboration opportunities with users, policy makers, and mission leadership, all while maintaining a service mindset. If you thrive in a collaborative work environment and enjoy utilizing a diverse tech stack, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you!

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph. Candidates without a current clearance will not be considered.
• Basic proficiency in a programming language such as Python
• Familiarity with DevOps principles and CI/CD concepts
• Understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) fundamentals
• Familiarity with web development fundamentals (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
• Strong curiosity and willingness to learn AI/ML technologies and other emerging tools
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline OR Four (4) additional years in lieu of a degree

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, maintenance, and automated build and deployment of applications
• Learn and apply Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform to manage cloud environments
• Use Python to build backend services and automate processes
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of modern web applications and APIs
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to develop and integrate solutions across various platforms

Benefits

• Top salaries because we're top performers
• Pick your PTO – Everyone values time and money differently, so we give you the flexibility to choose between 3 and 5 weeks of PTO with a corresponding adjustment to your pay. Your choice, your balance.
• All 11 federal holidays, paid!
• Up to 2 snow days, paid!
• We’ll quadruple (4x!) the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k), giving you up to a 24% company match. Contributing less than 6%? Unclaimed matches come right back to you as extra income, giving you a guaranteed 24% that goes to your retirement, to your paycheck, or both. C’mon now! 🚀
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances. That’s a lot. Already covered on health insurance? No problem – we’ll trade you this benefit for a boost to your salary instead.
• $5,250 annual education assistance for training, certifications, tuition, and even student loan repayments.
• Spot bonuses for obtained certifications, customer recognition, and just about anything else that makes us go "Hot damn!". We hope to say that many times about you. 🔥

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level