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SCCI

Software Developer

King George, VA · On-site

Three (3) to five (5) years of professional experience in software development utilizing modern C++ programming (e.g., C++11 or later) * Experience with multiple simulation environments, particularly ...

J5 Consulting

Software Developer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Required skills and demonstrated experience: * 3 years of experience designing or implementing ... experience building software using Object Oriented Programming (OOP) principles. Preferred ...

J5 Consulting

Software Developer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Required skills and demonstrated experience: * 3 years of experience designing or implementing ... experience building software using Object Oriented Programming (OOP) principles. Preferred ...

Leidos

Software Developer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

The Software Engineer will work with a team of developers, engineers and testers to support and ... Core business hours are typically from 9 AM - 3 PM, five days a week. Hours can be flexible for ...

Gromelski & Associates

C++ Software Developer

Manassas, VA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Strong Debugging skills 1. Dmesg, Ispci, Isof, netstat, etc 2. Gdb 3. Jconsole, jvisualvm * Ability ... C++ Software Developer Additional Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in related discipline or ...

Leidos

Software Developer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

The Software Engineer will work with a team of developers, engineers and testers to support and ... Core business hours are typically from 9 AM - 3 PM, five days a week. Hours can be flexible for ...

Leidos

Software Developer

Chantilly, VA · Hybrid

The Software Engineer will work with a team of developers, engineers and testers to support and ... Core business hours are typically from 9 AM - 3 PM, five days a week. Hours can be flexible for ...

Bridge Core (BCore)

Software Developer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$190K - $230K/yr

Overview Software Engineer Chantilly, VA TS/SCI with Poly At Bcore, our strength comes from how we ... They are required to be on-call for after-hours support approximately one week every three months.

Aci

Software Developer

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$150K/yr

External Description Software Developer position, focused on Informatica technologies, as part of ... Minimum 3 years' experience in Informatica and Oracle PL/SQL Experience designing complex ...

ACI

Software Developer

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$150K/yr

External Description Software Developer position, focused on Informatica technologies, as part of ... Minimum 3 years' experience in Informatica and Oracle PL/SQL Experience designing complex ...

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How much do software developer 3 jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for software developer 3 in Virginia is $110,886.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,200.00 and $128,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Software Developer 3 vs Software Developer 2?

CriteriaSoftware Developer 3Software Developer 2
ExperienceTypically 5+ yearsTypically 3-5 years
ResponsibilitiesLead complex projects, mentor juniorsContribute to projects, assist team members
SkillsAdvanced coding, system design, problem-solvingProficient coding, basic system understanding
CertificationsOften required or preferredOften required or preferred

Software Developer 3 roles generally require more experience, advanced skills, and leadership responsibilities compared to Software Developer 2. They often lead projects and mentor junior staff, reflecting a higher level of expertise within the same industry and work environment.

What is a software developer 3?

A Software Developer 3 is a senior-level software engineer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex software applications. They typically have several years of experience, advanced coding skills, and may lead projects or mentor junior developers. Proficiency in programming languages, software development tools, and understanding of system architecture are essential for this role.

What other jobs can a software developer do?

A software developer can transition into roles such as software engineer, systems analyst, technical lead, or product manager, often leveraging their programming, problem-solving, and project management skills. They may also move into specialized areas like cybersecurity, data analysis, or DevOps, which require additional certifications or training. These roles typically involve similar technical environments and tools, with some requiring leadership or domain-specific knowledge.

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Software Developer 3 jobs?

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Infographic showing various Software Developer 3 job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,886 per year, or $53.3 per hour.

Software Developer

Open Systems Technologies Corporation

Chantilly, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Open Systems Technologies Corporation is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to work on a large IT project supporting the intelligence community. The ideal candidate is a hands-on Software Engineer and/or DevOps professional with significant experience in developing repeatable processes, tools, and infrastructure that enable the delivery of software in an on-demand cadence. They must have strong, firsthand technical expertise in a variety of configuration automation, deployment, and continuous integration technologies and the proven ability to fashion robust solutions that can keep pace with software development. They must be at ease working in an agile environment with little supervision. This person should embody a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Software Engineer will design, develop, code, test, and debug complex software products, or make significant enhancements to existing software. The ideal candidate is a hands-on platform builder with significant experience in developing scalable software applications, with experience in analytics using large data sets. They must have strong, firsthand technical expertise in a variety of configuration management and big data technologies and the proven ability to fashion robust solutions that can manage large data sets. They must be at ease working in an agile environment with little supervision. This person should embody a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

•Work with a team to analyze existing software applications and tools, and recommend new technologies and methodologies to improve system performance and usability.

•Design, develop, test, debug, and deploy new software tools that extend or replace existing capabilities.

•Advise hardware engineers on machine characteristics that affect software systems, such as storage capacity, processing speed, and input/output requirements and works with them to resolve incompatibilities.

•Write and update technical documentation such as user manuals, system documentation, training materials, processes and procedures.

•Collaborate cross-functionally with data scientists, analysts, project managers and other engineers and analysts.

•Provide ongoing maintenance, support, and enhancements in existing systems and platforms.

•Troubleshoots complex problems and provides customer support for software systems and application issues.

•Provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

•Work alongside other engineers on the team to sustain and advance our organization's capabilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

•Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, training, and work/military experience.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

•Demonstrated hands-on experience with modern programming languages including Java, JavaScript, and Python.

•Demonstrated hands-on experience developing with cloud-based services such as AWS.

•Demonstrated hands-on experience with developing and implementing microservices architecture using Spring Boot.

•Demonstrated hands-on experience with Linux.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

•Demonstrated hands-on experience in programming and software development with web and client/server applications using Java, JavaScript, and Python.

•Demonstrated hands on experience working with PostgreSQL and Apache NiFi.

•Demonstrated hands-on experience with Linux-based systems and shell scripting

•Demonstrated hands-on experience with build automation technologies like Maven, Jenkins, etc.

BENEFITS

Our company OST has been operating since 1996 and have various contracts with Government agencies. We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes 3 weeks paid time off, 2 weeks Holiday pay, medical/dental coverage, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D, 401k with up to 4% match, and end of year profit sharing paid out in 401k.

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