Junior Software Developer

Amentum

Software Developer designing and implementing AI solutions for Federal Government data services. Collaborating on software release lifecycle and enhancements in geospatial data management.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeSpringfield • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $79,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaJavaScriptPythonTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the full software release lifecycle, from preparation and build to deployment and post-release monitoring.
Participating in code reviews and sprint planning meetings.
Attending daily stand-up meetings to discuss progress and roadblocks.
Write clean, well-documented code.
Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality.
Contribute to technical documentation.
Implement new features based on specifications.
Analyze existing application processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Collaborate with developers, testers, and operations teams to prepare and produce timely and reliable releases of software components.
Develop and execute test plans, support formal testing and resolution of defects.
Provide technical support and consultation for application and infrastructure defects and questions.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years’ experience, Associate’s degree plus 4 years’ experience, or a minimum of 6 years of experience, in a related field
Experience in Amazon Webservice Platform and Technologies including SDK’s and CDK
Familiarity with GitLab
Ability to clearly communicate, verbally and in writing, complex technical concepts and challenges/obstacles in a clear and direct manner
Experience designing scalable APIs and backend services
2 years' experience in either Java (preferred), Python, or Javascript
Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

JavaPythonJavaScriptAPI designbackend servicesunit testingintegration testingtechnical documentationsoftware release lifecyclecode reviews

Soft Skills

clear communicationcollaborationproblem-solvingtechnical supportconsultation

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeAssociate's degreeSecurity Clearance TS/SCI with Poly