Entry Level Government Software Engineering Jobs in Austin, TX

Software Developer - Entry Level
Category: Software Development/ Engineering
Main location: United States, Texas, Austin
Position ID:J0826-1503
Employment Type: Graduate
Position Description:
Are you driven by technology's ability to transform how businesses deliver real impact? Do you enjoy solving problems, building technology solutions, and collaborating with others to bring ideas to life?
If so, CGI offers a place where you can grow your career, build your skills, and make a real impact from day one.
As an Entry Level Software Developer, you'll work with cross functional teams to design, build, test, and enhance technology solutions that address client needs. You'll gain hands-on experience with modern development practices and AI-enabled workflows while building strong foundations in software development, problem-solving, and collaborative solution delivery.
Fall Application Period: August 24, 2026, through November 6, 2026
Position is in Austin, TX in a hybrid working model
Your future duties and responsibilities:
How You'll Make an Impact
• Develop a strong understanding of your client's industry, organization, customers, business objective and technology needs.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and teammates by asking thoughtful questions, actively listening, and clarifying business and technical needs.
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into practical software solutions.
• Design, develop and maintain software features and applications using programming languages, frameworks, and development tools based on project needs.
• Work collaboratively throughout the software development lifecycle to design, code, test, debug and enhance reliable technology solutions.
• Support application integrations, data connections, databases, and other technical components based on solution and project needs.
• Troubleshoot issues, test functionality, and contribute to code reviews and continuous improvements that support quality, security, performance, and maintainability.
• Use modern and AI-enabled development tools to support coding, research, documentation, testing, debugging, and solution development.
• Apply responsible AI practices and appropriate human oversight by reviewing and validating AI-assisted outputs for accuracy, security, quality and alignment with development standards.
• Document code, designs, and processes and collaborate with cross-functional team members throughout the project lifecycle to support successful solution delivery and ongoing improvement.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
What You'll Bring
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Authorization to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future employer sponsorship. Certain positions may also require U.S. Citizenship and/or the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance based on client or government requirements.
• Curiosity, professionalism, and a strong desire for continuous learning.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with comfort navigating ambiguity and complex information.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify and explain complex ideas.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with fast-paced cross functional teams.
• Foundational proficiency in full-stack development in at least two programming languages (one frontend and backend)
• Foundational understanding of data/AI engineering and analysis concepts and technologies, such as object-oriented programming, databases/SQL, business intelligence, artificial intelligence and machine learning, APIs, testing version control and the software development lifecycle.
• Understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning and Customer Relationship Management tools
• Hands on software development experience through coursework, internships, research, or personal projects.
• Interest in learning and responsibly using AI-enabled development tools, cloud technologies, frameworks and other emerging technologies based on project needs.
• Exposure to the public sector (i.e., State, Local, and/or Higher Education) and/or energy sectors is preferred but not required
We're a global company of owners. Over 90,000 partners strong, we bring our diverse backgrounds and perspectives together to solve some of IT and business consulting's toughest problems for some of the world's best companies. Looking for a place that empowers you to explore your full potential and shape your own career? The scale and reach of our impact offer you just that. Join a team of great people, collaborate on meaningful work, and serve the communities you call home while you do it.
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set level, experience and training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $58,000 - $95,700.
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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because...
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
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