Software Engineer - Associate (AWS)

Fannie Mae • Reston, VA

2d • $109,000 - $142,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Software Engineer - Associate (AWS) contributes to the design, production, testing, or implementation of routine or foundational software, technology, and processes. The role also contributes to creating and maintaining IT architecture, large-scale data stores, and cloud-based systems. Working under management guidance and alongside senior staff, the associate gathers and documents customer needs, develops software solutions, applies process-driven design approaches, collaborates on new technology implementation, and maintains existing software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience designing, developing, testing, and supporting enterprise software applications.
• Programming experience with Java and/or Python.
• Experience working with AWS or comparable cloud technologies.
• Understanding of APIs, databases, application integration, and modern software engineering practices.
• Experience supporting applications in a production environment.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to operate effectively in an Agile software development environment.
• Curiosity and adaptability in learning and responsibly applying new technologies, including artificial intelligence.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with generative AI or AI-assisted development tools such as Microsoft Copilot.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document information about customer needs and create preliminary solution frameworks.
• Design and develop software solutions under the guidance of management.
• Apply fundamental knowledge of process-driven approaches when designing solutions.
• Collaborate with senior staff to implement new software technology.
• Maintain existing software using standard methods, practices, and precedents.

Benefits

• Incentive program eligibility, subject to program terms.
• A broad range of health, life, voluntary lifestyle, and other benefits and perks supporting physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

What This Job Offers

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