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Junior Software Developer

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$66K - $86K/yr

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Junior Software Developer to join our innovative team in Montgomery, AL. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Perform software ...

Junior Software Developer

Eagle, ID · On-site

$64K - $83K/yr

Junior Software Development Engineer This is an onsite in person role. Only candidates who are able to commute to our offices in Eagle, ID will be considered. Are you a creative, customer-centric ...

Junior Software Developer

Eagle, ID · On-site

$64K - $83K/yr

Junior Software Development Engineer This is an onsite in person role. Only candidates who are able to commute to our offices in Eagle, ID will be considered. Are you a creative, customer-centric ...

$55 - $75/hr

As a Junior Software Developer, you'll support our development team across a variety of projects. Initially, you'll assist with day-to-day development tasks while learning our processes and ...

As a Junior Software Developer, you'll support our development team across a variety of projects. Initially, you'll assist with day-to-day development tasks while learning our processes and ...

Junior Software Developer

Eagle, ID · On-site

$64K - $83K/yr

Junior Software Development Engineer This is an onsite in person role. Only candidates who are able to commute to our offices in Eagle, ID will be considered. Are you a creative, customer-centric ...

Junior Software Developer

Bronxville, NY · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

We're hiring a junior software developer -- someone early in their career who we intend to grow into a strong engineer. We build real, full-stack systems: C#/.NET services, TypeScript and Vue front ...

Junior Software Consultant

Houston, TX · On-site

$64K - $83K/yr

A junior software developer collaborates with other developers to design and develop custom software solutions in a wide array of business verticals. Primary responsibilities are to learn project ...

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How much do entry level junior software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level junior software developer in the United States is $88,976.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an entry level junior software developer?

An Entry Level Junior Software Developer is a beginner role in software development, responsible for writing, testing, and debugging code under the guidance of senior developers. They typically work with programming languages like Python, Java, or JavaScript and collaborate with teams to build software applications. This role allows new developers to gain hands-on experience, improve coding skills, and understand software development processes. Employers often expect a basic understanding of coding principles, problem-solving abilities, and a willingness to learn. It's an excellent starting point for a career in software engineering.

What does an entry level junior software developer do?

As an Entry Level Junior Software Developer, you'll often start by assisting with coding simple features, fixing bugs, writing tests, and supporting the maintenance of existing software applications. You may also participate in code reviews, collaborate closely with more experienced developers, and attend regular team meetings to discuss project progress and requirements. Over time, you'll likely be given more responsibility, including developing new components or contributing to larger projects. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities to learn new technologies, tools, and best practices from peers and mentors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level junior software developer?

To thrive as an Entry Level Junior Software Developer, you typically need a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field and a strong grasp of programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, integrated development environments (IDEs), and commonly-used development frameworks is advantageous. Strong problem-solving skills, eagerness to learn, and effective teamwork and communication abilities help junior developers excel. These skills and qualities are vital for delivering reliable code, adapting to project needs, and contributing positively to collaborative software development environments.

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Junior Software Developer

ManTech

Montgomery, AL • On-site

$66K - $86K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago


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Job description

Description & Requirements
Elevate your career with MANTECH International Corporation! Join a dynamic team dedicated to national security through cutting-edge technology. Since 1968, MANTECH has led in delivering advanced solutions to government intelligence, the Department of Defense, and Federal Civilian sectors. Dive into innovation in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Your journey to impactful work and rapid growth starts now-be extraordinary at MANTECH!
***This is for a future opportunity***

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Junior Software Developer to join our innovative team in Montgomery, AL.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Perform software engineering tasks, including requirements analysis, design, building, and unit testing of Change Requests (CRs) and Deficiency Reports (DRs) for the CPM FoS.

  • Exercise industry-standard Agile software practices, participating in release planning, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinements, and retrospectives.

  • Work directly with Requirements Managers and Business Analysts to refine technical solutions, translate user stories into software design, and ensure developed applications deliver at least 85-90% of agreed-upon sprint functionality without priority defects.

  • Read and interpret complex legacy codebase architectures, debug system interfaces, and build stable API integrations to pass data smoothly between CMOS, OLVIMS, and MARKS.

  • Provide software engineering services across development, test, and production environments hosted within Cloud One (AWS GovCloud, Azure) and DISA infrastructures.

  • Create, modify, and optimize database solutions for application CRs and sustainment activities using Oracle (SQL, PL/T SQL, SQL Developer) and MS SQL Server software.

  • Utilize modern version control (Git) and automated CI/CD tools to deliver quality source code to government repositories.

  • Integrate various static code analysis toolsets (e.g., SonarQube, Checkmarx) to audit code modularity and security. Resolve high/medium vulnerability findings prior to final delivery of software releases.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical equivalent.

  • 2+ years of software development experience working across a mixed ecosystem of legacy enterprise applications and modernized cloud-hosted networks.

  • Strong proficiency in backend programming languages (such as Java, C++, or C#) and web technologies (Oracle ADF, JavaScript, ASP.NET, or XML).

  • Competency writing database procedures, queries, triggers, and views within relational management structures (Oracle, SQL Server).

  • Active DoD 8577 / 8140 Compliance (IASAE Level I or IAT Level II, such as CompTIA Security+ CE) prior to onboarding.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience modernization effort translating legacy features into cloud-native features.

  • Familiarity with containerized deployments or working within secure government DevSecOps structures.

  • Experience working across a large team to drive a security agenda and working with complex, intertwined systems and data flows.

Clearance Requirements:

  • An active Secret security clearance is required.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.

  • Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

  • Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.


MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

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