ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Junior Swe Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Third Wave Automation

SWE Generalist

Union City, CA · On-site

They are seeking a strong SWE Generalist to lead the development of a major component of their ... Provide high-signal code reviews and technical mentorship to intermediate and junior engineers ...

Third Wave Automation

SWE Generalist

Union City, CA

Third Wave Automation is looking for a strong SWE Generalist who is able to lead development of a ... Provide high-signal code reviews and technical mentorship to intermediate and junior engineers ...

Third Wave Automation

SWE Generalist

Union City, CA · On-site

Third Wave Automation is looking for a strong SWE Generalist who is able to lead development of a ... Provide high-signal code reviews and technical mentorship to intermediate and junior engineers ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsSwe JobsJunior Swe Jobs

Junior Swe information

See salary details

$46.5K

$94.5K

$142K

How much do junior swe jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior swe in the United States is $94,542.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,000.00 and $95,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Junior Software Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Software Engineer, you need a solid understanding of programming languages (such as Python, Java, or JavaScript), basic computer science principles, and typically a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, integrated development environments (IDEs), and common frameworks is often expected. Strong problem-solving abilities, eagerness to learn, and effective communication set standout candidates apart. These skills and qualities enable Junior Software Engineers to contribute to projects efficiently, adapt to new technologies, and collaborate within development teams.

What are Junior Software Engineers?

Junior Software Engineers are entry-level professionals who assist in the development, testing, and maintenance of software applications. They typically work under the guidance of more experienced developers to write code, fix bugs, and learn best practices in software engineering. These roles are ideal for recent graduates or those new to the field, providing opportunities to build foundational technical skills and gain hands-on experience in real-world projects.

What are some common challenges faced by Junior Software Engineers during their first year, and how can they overcome them?

Junior Software Engineers often encounter challenges such as understanding large codebases, getting accustomed to agile development workflows, and effectively communicating with senior team members. To overcome these hurdles, it's helpful to ask questions frequently, participate actively in code reviews, and seek mentorship from more experienced colleagues. Embracing continuous learning and being open to feedback can accelerate growth and make integration into the team smoother.
More about Junior Swe jobs
What cities are hiring for Junior Swe jobs? Cities with the most Junior Swe job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Swe jobs? The most popular types of Swe jobs are:
What states have the most Junior Swe jobs? States with the most job openings for Junior Swe jobs include:
Junior Swe jobs near you
Infographic showing various Junior Swe job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,542 per year, or $45.5 per hour.
Software Engineer - UI Team (SWE L1)

Software Engineer - UI Team (SWE L1)

Belay Technologies

Annapolis, MD • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Belay Technologies has been voted Baltimore Business Journal's (BBJ) Best Places to Work 2019, runner up in 2020 and a finalist in 2021!
Belay Technologies is seeking a Junior Software Engineer (SWE1) to support our intel team. The SWE shall design or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints; Perform quality control on team products. The SWE confer with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive software requirements and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces. The SWE coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure operational specifications are met. The SWE implement recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.
Candidates should have the following qualifications:
  • TS/SCI with Full Scope poly is required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
  • Four (4) years of additional software engineering experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
  • Seven (7) years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

Candidates are required to have the following skills:
  • Proven project management experience within an operations related field
  • Ability to build strong relationships in cross-functional teams
  • Demonstrated leadership skills to lead the project team to develop great, innovative, high quality products that exceed customer expectations with a sense of urgency for completion
  • Proven ability and experience with project management tools such as MS Project, WBS, FMEA, Risk Analysis, Planisware, and SAP for budget tracking
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills including formal presentation skills and ability to translate technical and non-technical communications based on audience understanding
  • Solid organizational, multi-tasking and team building skills
  • Provide support to the development and maintenance of tools on the UI Team
  • Experienced with the following: Angular 12/13, Typescript, Python 3, Pandas, PIL/Pillow, Wand/Imagemagick, Docker
  • Support development of GUIs to enable non-technical analysts to review and interact with data

Perks and Benefits:
  • 8 weeks paid leave - 4 weeks of personal leave, 3 Yay! days, take off on your birthday,11 paid holidays and optional leave up to 6 days through Belay's volunteer program
  • 10% matching in 401(k) contributions vested on day one
  • $5,000 annual training/tuition
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • 100% company funded HSA
  • Rich medical coverage (100% coinsurance)
  • Dental coverage including orthodontia
  • Up to $420,000 in life insurance, premiums 100% company funded
  • Amazon Prime, gym reimbursement, monthly lunches, games and prizes
  • Pet adoption program, generous referral bonus program, fun events, and more!

Belay Technologies is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business located in Columbia, Maryland (Baltimore/Washington area). Belay Technologies specializes in systems automation and full stack development. Belay Technologies provides leading technology and engineering solutions to the DoD, as well as state-of-the-art commercial products. We hire software engineers, web designers, test engineers, systems engineers, systems administrators, database engineers and other tech services. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Key words: Full Clearance, Fort Meade, SDVOSB, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, DoD, full scope

Apply