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BCT LLC

Software Engineers

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

They are seeking Software Engineers to develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems while working individually or as part of a team. Responsibilities : • Analyze user requirements to ...

Antithesis

Software Engineers | All Levels

Vienna, VA · On-site

They are seeking Senior, Staff, and Principal Engineers to help build the future of autonomous testing and tackle complex software engineering problems. Responsibilities : • build the future of ...

Business Integra

DSP Software Engineers

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

DSP Software Engineers Location: Chantilly, VA or Fairfax, VA Duration: Full Time Interview: Phone and In-Person Candidates must hold an active Top Secret/SCI clearance Digital Signal Processing ...

AIToolboard

Computer Vision Software Engineers

Mclean, VA · On-site

$95 - $120/hr

/Computer Vision Software Engineers# Computer Vision Software Engineers00100 LEIDOS, INC.McLean, USFull-time## About the RoleJoin us in improving and shaping the future of the smart mobility with a ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for software engineers in Washington, DC is $167,085.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $135,900.00 and $195,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Software engineers develop, test, and maintain software applications, systems, and platforms across various industries. They work on tasks such as coding, debugging, designing software architecture, and collaborating with teams using programming languages like Java, Python, or C++. Their roles can include front-end, back-end, full-stack development, or specialized areas like security or data engineering.

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A software engineer designs, develops, tests, and maintains software applications and systems. They use programming languages, development tools, and methodologies to create solutions that meet user needs and technical requirements, often collaborating with teams and following project deadlines.
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Infographic showing various Software Engineers job openings in Washington, DC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $167,085 per year, or $80.3 per hour.

Software Engineers

Artera Technologies

Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

SOFTWARE ENGINEERS
Job Type: Full Time
Level: Junior, Mid, Senior, Principal
Location: Maryland (Annapolis Junction / Fort Meade area)
Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Appropriate Agency Polygraph
Artera Technologies, LLC specializes in prototyping, developing, and deploying full-stack solutions for high-profile tools supporting our client's mission-critical systems. Optimization and load management is the primary focus in this fast-paced and high-stakes environment. We are looking for enthusiastic Software Engineers to support a variety of DoD/IC programs, spanning a range of experience levels and technology stacks.
Tasking:
  • Develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements.
  • Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results.
  • Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment.
  • Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.
  • Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries.
  • Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards.
  • Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, confer with users or system engineers; analyze systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigate problem areas.
  • Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance.
  • Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.
  • Developing software with high level languages such as Java, C, C++, etc.
  • May also have experience with open-source (NoSQL) products such as HBase /Accumulo, Big Table, etc.

General Qualifications:
  • Software Engineer Level 1 requires a bachelor's degree in computer science or other related discipline, and 0-7 years of experience as a software engineer on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
  • Software Engineer Level 2 requires a bachelor's degree in computer science or other related discipline, and 7-14 years of experience as a software engineer on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
  • Software Engineer Level 3 requires a bachelor's degree in computer science or other related discipline, and 20+ years of experience as a software engineer on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
  • Four (4) additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu a bachelor's degree on some contracts.

Depending upon the individual position, our roles include the use of technologies such as:
  • Java / J2EE
  • JavaScript
  • C / C++
  • Python
  • Angular
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • UNIX / Linux
  • MongoDB
  • Express
  • React
  • Node
  • GoLang
  • Vue.js
  • Web Services (REST, SOAP)
  • Java Frameworks (Spring, Hibernate)

About Us!
Artera Technologies, LLC is an energetic, employee-focused, woman-owned business headquartered in Ellicott City, MD. Founded in 2012, Artera offers innovative software and systems engineering solutions to the Intelligence Community (IC). We specialize in Computer Network Operations (CNO), embedded development, software engineering, cloud engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), DevOps support, systems engineering and more. We hire and retain top talent to deliver leading-edge solutions to help solve our customer's mission challenges. Artera was founded with the conviction that organizational culture is the key to delivering powerful solutions. Since 2012, our tight-knit team of tech professionals have committed to our core values: Integrity, Customer Mission Success, and Employee Growth & Engagement.
Ready to make a difference?
With a large variety of projects and contracts we can find the right fit-skills, growth opportunities, and personality-for each of our employees. To apply, please visit www.arteratech.com or email your resume to [email protected].
Artera Technologies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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