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VTG

Software Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$105K - $150K/yr

Our Software Engineers are at the forefront of defense technology, crafting high-impact, cutting-edge solutions that redefine innovation. We are looking for experienced Software Engineers who will ...

VTG

Software Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$105K - $150K/yr

Our Software Engineers are at the forefront of defense technology, crafting high-impact, cutting-edge solutions that redefine innovation. We are looking for experienced Software Engineers who will ...

Cymertek

Software Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

Software Engineer LOCATION Annapolis Junction, MD 20701 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a talented and motivated ...

MANTECH

Software Engineer

Fort George G Meade, MD

The Software Engineer will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to design, develop, and maintain complex software systems while ensuring all functional and performance ...

Cymertek Corporation

Software Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Software Engineer LOCATION Reston, VA 20190 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer ...

Cymertek

Software Engineer

Tysons, VA · On-site

Software Engineer LOCATION Tysons, VA 22182 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer ...

Whitespace

Software Engineer

Alexandria, VA · Remote

Software Engineer Location: Remote / Alexandria, VA Clearance: Active TS/SCI or eligibility to be cleared GeoDelphi, Inc. dba Whitespace is building Iris, a trust-first Agentic AI platform for global ...

Everwatch

Software Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$57.70 - $91.35/hr

Job Title Software Engineer Overview EverWatch is a government solutions company providing advanced defense, intelligence, and deployed support to our country's most critical missions. We are a full ...

MANTECH

Software Engineer

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

The Software Engineer will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to design, develop, and maintain complex software systems while ensuring all functional and performance ...

Cymertek

Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Software Engineer LOCATION Chantilly, VA 20151 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a talented and motivated Software ...

DPG Solutions LLC

Software Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

Software Engineer Work Location: Herndon, VA DPG Solutions is looking for a mid- to senior-level Software Engineer to support a classified customer environment in Herndon, Virginia. This is a hands ...

Anthem Engineering, LLC

Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

They are seeking a Software Developer to be part of a talented software team that works on mission-critical applications, providing expertise in the full software development lifecycle, from concept ...

DPG Solutions LLC

Software Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$200K - $325K/yr

Software Engineer Work Location: Herndon, VA DPG Solutions is looking for a mid- to senior-level Software Engineer to support a classified customer environment in Herndon, Virginia. This is a hands ...

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How much do software enginner jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for software enginner in Washington 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.

What is the difference between Software Engineer vs Software Developer?

AspectSoftware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, certifications like AWS, Microsoft, or Cisco are common
Work EnvironmentTypically works in teams on large-scale projects, collaborating with cross-functional departments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across tech companies, startups, and enterprise organizations for designing and developing software systems
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared based on roles, responsibilities, and career paths

While both roles involve coding and software development, a Software Engineer generally focuses on designing, building, and maintaining complex software systems, often with a broader scope and engineering principles. Software Developers tend to concentrate more on writing code and implementing features. The roles overlap significantly, but Software Engineers usually have a more structured approach to system architecture and project planning.

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Infographic showing various Software Enginner job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $167,085 per year, or $80.3 per hour.

Software Engineer

Reston, VA • On-site

VTG
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$105K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Overview
VTG is seeking a Software Engineer to support our Defense customer in Reston, VA. Our Software Engineers are at the forefront of defense technology, crafting high-impact, cutting-edge solutions that redefine innovation. We are looking for experienced Software Engineers who will assist in driving, developing, and deploying unique products and capabilities to international customers. You'll dive into a diverse range of projects, partnering with brilliant minds across disciplines to engineer robust software systems that empower our mission-critical operations. We're seeking talented generalist software engineers on to contribute to projects that are shaping the future of defense.
What will you do?
  • Develop and maintain distributed systems that underpin advanced defense technology applications.
  • Design and implement core infrastructure and platform services that enable other engineers to scale their output
  • Build and maintain backend and web development frameworks and networking solutions
  • Assist in developing capabilities for international partners/markets
  • Integrate model/software/hardware-in-the-loop components using first and third-party technologies
  • Collaborate with team members and partners in the autonomy domain
  • Create technologies and processes that enable users to safely and rapidly develop and deploy autonomous systems at scale
  • Participate in technical design reviews and system architecture discussions
  • Implement and maintain monitoring, logging, and data management solutions

Do you have what it takes?
  • Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics
  • 3+ years working with a variety of programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, Rust, Go, JavaScript, etc.
  • Experience building software solutions involving significant amounts of data processing and analysis
  • Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and established code bases
  • A desire to work on critical software that has a real-world impact
  • Ability to travel up to 25% to both domestic and international locations, as needed
  • Active U.S. Secret security clearance
  • Experience with Hardware in the Loop.

Contingent Upon Contract Award
VTG's estimated starting pay range is $105,000-$150,000 which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.

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