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Rincon Research Corp

Software Engineer 1

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$98K - $123K/yr

Rincon Research Corporation (RRC), an employee-owned company, is seeking an Jr. Software Engineer to work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly motivated electrical engineers ...

Whitespace

Software Engineer

Alexandria, VA · Remote

Software Engineer Location: Remote / Alexandria, VA Clearance: Active TS/SCI or eligibility to be ... Conduct cloud-based data research and large-scale data processing. * Collaborate with engineering ...

Henpen Corporation

Rust Software Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

You'll work in a large, production Rust codebase alongside researchers and engineers, turning complex algorithms and research into reliable, performant software . The role spans backend services ...

Whitespace

Software Engineer

Alexandria, VA · On-site +1

Software Engineer Location: Remote / Alexandria, VA Clearance: Active TS/SCI or eligibility to be ... Conduct cloud-based data research and large-scale data processing. * Collaborate with engineering ...

Anthem Engineering

Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Update job knowledge by researching new internet/intranet technologies and software products ... Engineering: * We realize that we all spend a considerable amount of time at work so it had better ...

Anthem Engineering

Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Update job knowledge by researching new internet/intranet technologies and software products ... Engineering: * We realize that we all spend a considerable amount of time at work so it had better ...

Anthem Engineering

Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Update job knowledge by researching new internet/intranet technologies and software products ... Engineering: * We realize that we all spend a considerable amount of time at work so it had better ...

APOGEE RESEARCH LLC

Embedded Software Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$151K - $199K/yr

Embedded Software Engineer Apogee Research is at the forefront of a revolution in how the DoD operates: a turn towards compositional systems of systems instead of traditional monolithic architectures.

APOGEE RESEARCH LLC

Embedded Software Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$151K - $199K/yr

Embedded Software Engineer Apogee Research is at the forefront of a revolution in how the DoD operates: a turn towards compositional systems of systems instead of traditional monolithic architectures.

Berkeley Research Group, LLC

Software Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$100K - $230K/yr

We do Consulting Differently Second Sight Solutions, a subsidiary of Berkeley Research Group (BRG ... Our software engineers take part in creating some of the most innovative software solutions in the ...

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How much do research software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for research software engineer in Washington is $227,097.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $232,200.00 and $232,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a research software engineer do?

As a Research Software Engineer, your daily work often involves designing and implementing software to support cutting-edge research projects, collaborating with scientists to understand their computational needs, and ensuring code reliability and reproducibility. You may spend time optimizing algorithms, writing unit tests, documenting software, and participating in code reviews within a collaborative team environment. Additionally, you might help deploy research applications on high-performance or cloud computing platforms and contribute to research publications. Balancing independent programming tasks with ongoing communication is key to making meaningful contributions to both the research and software development processes.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a research software engineer?

To thrive as a Research Software Engineer, you need strong programming skills (often in Python, C++, or Java), a solid understanding of algorithms, and an academic or industry background in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, cloud platforms, and experience using scientific computing libraries and frameworks are valuable, while a master's or Ph.D. can be advantageous for specialized roles. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaborative skills help in working closely with researchers and multidisciplinary teams. These capabilities are crucial for successfully translating complex research problems into robust, reproducible software solutions that advance scientific inquiry.

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Infographic showing various Research Software Engineer job openings in Washington as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $227,097 per year, or $109.2 per hour.

Software Engineer 1

Chantilly, VA • On-site

Rincon Research Corp
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
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$98K - $123K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)?


At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security.

Rincon Research Corporation (RRC), an employee-owned company, is seeking an Jr. Software Engineer to work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, and analysts who are collectively responsible for creating custom digital signal processing solutions and leveraging them to make an operational mission impact.

Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing and geolocation systems for the future!

 

What are the primary responsibilities in the Jr. Software Engineer position?


Core responsibilities include designing real-time cloud processing solutions, implementing advanced signal processing and geolocation algorithms with efficient software, testing with real data, and providing applications to front-line customer facilities. You create effective user interfaces and data visualization tools. A key responsibility is staying up-to-date with the latest technologies, tools, and methodologies and experimenting with new technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into RRC projects. RRC personnel can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and test, deployment and O&M, and experience the direct mission feedback from the customer and seeing your project provide real-world contributions that make a significant difference. You’re encouraged and expected to propose things that you believe will improve the applications and frameworks you’re working in. The ability to work unsupervised with minimal direction and the ability to self-start is a must.


What required background will make you successful?

  • Degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD) in Computer Engineering or Computer Science
  • Proficient in modern software engineering practices for testability and readability
  • Proficient in C++ and Python in LINUX environments
  • Demonstrated ability to design software systems to ensure they achieve functionality, performance, scalability, and maintainability requirements
  • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance
  • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED


Preferred skills: 

  • Agile development processes
  • DevOps and Cloud computing Experience (CI/CD, CVE mitigations, Docker, Kubernetes, PIP)
  • Hands-on experience developing or integrating AI/ML, LLM-powered, or agentic applications.
  • Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining web applications with REACT
  • Experience with Git based revision control systems
  • REST API design
  • Experience with developing GPU code using CUDA libraries
  • Familiarity with additional high-level languages (Shell Scripting, etc.) 
  • Current TS/SCI clearance

 

Where is the position located?

This position can be located at our Centennial, CO; Colorado Springs; Chantilly, VA offices or our Tucson, Arizona Headquarters.

*The likely salary range for this position is $98,000 to $123,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

 

 

What benefits does RRC offer?

 

  • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD)
  • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care
  • Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan
  • Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP
  • Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan
  • Employer discretionary contributions to the company’s 401(k) Plan


Rincon Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.