Junior Software Developer Java Jobs in Chantilly, VA

Job Title: Junior Software Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type of Travel: None * * * We are seeking a high-performing, curious, and motivated Junior Software Engineer to join our team. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer with strong software development fundamentals, a passion for learning, and an interest in solving complex business problems in a large-scale enterprise environment. While prior PeopleSoft experience is not required, successful candidates should demonstrate strong technical aptitude and a willingness to learn enterprise application development platforms and business systems. We will provide training, mentorship, and hands-on experience to help you grow into the role. What You'll Do • Design, develop, test, and support enterprise software solutions
• Learn and leverage delivered capability as much as possible
• Work with senior developers and business stakeholders to implement enhancements and solve technical problems
• Learn and develop within the PeopleSoft ecosystem, including integrations, workflows, and custom applications
• Participate in code reviews, debugging, testing, and continuous improvement efforts
• Develop integrations and interfaces between enterprise systems and modern applications/services
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Contribute to technical documentation and development standards
• Continuously learn new technologies, tools, and development practices Required Qualifications TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Strong foundation in software development principles and programming concepts
• Experience with one or more programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, JavaScript, or similar • Understanding of: o Object-oriented programming
o APIs and system integrations
o Relational databases and SQL
o Source control systems such as Git
o Software development lifecycle and debugging techniques
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn new technologies
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills Preferred Qualifications • Experience with Enterprise Software Applications (Workday, Service Now, Salesforce)
• Internship, co-op, academic, or personal project experience in software development
• Exposure to enterprise systems or ERP platforms
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, web services, or integration technologies
• Experience working in Agile or collaborative development environments
• Exposure to PeopleSoft, Oracle technologies, or enterprise application support is a plus, but not required What Makes Someone Successful in This Role • Asks thoughtful questions and enjoys learning
• Takes initiative and ownership of problems
• Writes clean, maintainable code
• Adapts quickly to new technologies and business domains
• Works well with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment What We Offer • Training and mentorship in PeopleSoft and enterprise application development
• Opportunities for career growth and technical development
• Exposure to large-scale, mission-critical systems
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits - What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity. At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation. An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality. A focus on continuous growth. Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy. Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. The proposed salary range for this position is: $94,400 - $198,200 CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.