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Arlington, VA, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 2064

Salary Range: $40,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

JRAD is seeking candidates for a Jr-Level Software Developer position responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications that meet organizational and client requirements. This position requires proficiency in coding, debugging, and collaborating within cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong problem‑solving skills, writes clean and maintainable code, and contributes to system architecture discussions and improvements. The position is a remote/telework position with occasional on‑site meetings at the TSA HQs (Springfield, VA)

• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including planning, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with product owners, designers, and QA teams to deliver high‑quality, user‑focused solutions.
• Debug, test, and resolve software defects and performance bottlenecks.
• Write and maintain technical documentation including code comments, manuals, and API references.
• Familiar with Agile Software Development such as SAFe and other Agile tools such as GitHub, JIRA.
• Follow best practices in version control (e.g., Git), agile development, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Ensure software complies with security, accessibility, and quality standards (e.g., OWASP, Section 508, NIST).
• Contribute to architectural decisions and recommend improvements for existing applications and systems.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends relevant to the team's tech stack.
• Provide support and mentoring to junior developers and database administrators.

Candidate must possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of hands‑on experience in software development.
• Java/Spring MVC and Spring Boot experience are highly preferred.
• Single Sign‑On (SSO)/session management/complex permissions environments.
• Deep understanding of object‑oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms.
• Data engineering skills are also desirable. Specifically “ETL” (extract, transform, load) experience.
• Proficiency in one or more backend languages (e.g., Java, .NET, Node.js) and frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of software development best practices and design patterns.
• Experience using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).

• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience working in DevOps environments with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or GitHub Actions.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, PyTest, Jest).
• Security clearance or eligibility (for government roles).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Developer Associate, Microsoft Certified Developer).
• Experience in DevSecOps or Infrastructure as Code (IaC) environments.

• Capable of passing DHS suitability screening or DHS financial responsibility standards.

JRAD is committed to the health and well‑being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full‑time employees:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
• Disability Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.