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How much do graduate software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for graduate software engineer in Potomac, MD is $152,579.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $124,100.00 and $178,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a graduate software engineer?

A Graduate Software Engineer is an entry-level role for individuals who have recently completed a degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. They typically work as part of a development team, assisting in coding, testing, debugging, and maintaining software applications. This role provides hands-on experience with software development methodologies, programming languages, and industry tools. Graduate Software Engineers often receive mentorship and training to build their technical skills and industry knowledge. The job serves as a foundation for career growth in software development and engineering roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a graduate software engineer?

To thrive as a Graduate Software Engineer, you need a solid grasp of programming languages, data structures, algorithms, and a relevant degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with integrated development environments (IDEs), version control systems like Git, and common frameworks or libraries is highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and a willingness to learn are standout soft skills in this position. These skills are crucial for developing high-quality software, adapting to evolving technologies, and collaborating efficiently within dynamic engineering teams.

What does a graduate software engineer do?

As a Graduate Software Engineer, your day often includes writing and reviewing code, participating in daily stand-up meetings, collaborating with other developers and cross-functional teams, and troubleshooting issues within the software. You may also be involved in testing, debugging, and learning new technologies, as well as working on ongoing projects under the mentorship of senior engineers. The role offers a mix of individual tasks and teamwork, allowing you to develop both technical skills and professional relationships. This collaborative environment provides an excellent foundation for growth and learning within the software industry.

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Infographic showing various Graduate Software Engineer job openings in Potomac, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $152,579 per year, or $73.4 per hour.

Contingent Senior Software Engineer - Top Secret

Sunayu, LLC

Alexandria, VA • On-site

$119K - $157K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Category: Software Engineering
Travel Required:No
Remote Type: No

**Position is contingent upon contract award**

Sunayu, LLC is looking for a Software Engineer who will support the development of distributed backend services, APIs, and platform microservices supporting enterprise AI operations.


  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of analysts, engineers, and developers to solve complex challenges and deliver innovative, production-ready algorithms and platforms.
  • Apply cutting-edge techniques in statistical analysis, predictive analytics, entity resolution, graph analytics, explainable AI, and operational analytics.
  • Contribute to the integration of software development, AI, DevSecOps, data engineering, platform engineering, cybersecurity, and observability in a fast-paced, engineering-centric environment.


Basic Requirements:

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent graduate degree in a quantitative or analytical field (Software Development, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computational Social Science, etc.). Additiona/Relevant experience may be substituted for a degree.
  • 12+ years of experience in software engineering, data science, analytics, or quantitative intelligence analysis, developing analytics and AI/ML solutions and demonstrating progressive technical development and outcomes. (4+ years with a Master's).
  • Active Top Secret clearance and eligibility for TS/SCI with Polygraph.
  • Demonstrated experience collaborating with hybrid teams to research, build, and deploy complex, user-friendly analytical platforms.
  • Track record of creative problem solving, active learning, and mission-focused outcomes.
  • Ability to analyze and assess software development or data acquisition requirements and determine optimum, cost-effective solutions.


Experience with the following:

  • Backend microservices
  • Distributed systems
  • API development
  • Event-driven architectures
  • Kubernetes-native application development
  • Cloud-native engineering
  • Preferred Languages
  • Rust
  • Go
  • Python
  • TypeScript
  • Django


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting military or intelligence community customers.
  • Familiarity with Azure/C2S, hardware platforms (CPUs, GPUs, FPGAs), and advanced analytical methodologies (social network analysis, supply chain analysis, NLP, classification algorithms, image processing).
  • Familiarity using git, svn, JIRA, or other version control technologies
  • Familiarity with the following technologies
    • NATS
    • Kafka
    • Redis
    • ClickHouse
    • OpenTelemetry
    • OpenRouter
    • LiteLLM


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    Who We Are

    Sunayu, LLC serves as a premier technology partner to the Defense and Intelligence communities, delivering mission-critical engineering solutions across the nation. Our operations are anchored in a commitment to trust, accountability, and ethical transparency, ensuring the high-performance outcomes necessary to protect our country's most vital interests.


    Culture

    Our strength lies in our community:Our team prioritizes collaboration, professional growth, and encourages open communication. At Sunayu, we don't just secure the mission-we grow together.


    Career Development

    We support and encourage our team members to continue their professional growth by providing company-reimbursed training and continuing education of up to $5,000 per year. We also participate in many industry conferences and events where we share our expertise and experiences.


    Pay Rate

    Salary range considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.


    Benefits

    • 3 Medical Plan Options
    • Dental and Vision
    • FSA, DCFSA, HSA
    • Life/AD&D Insurance
    • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Training and Educational Assistance
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • 11 Federal holidays
    • 401k plan with up to a 6% match (100% immediate vesting)


    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Sunayu, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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