About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Defense & Government Services.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring Entry Level Software Engineers to support a US Navy advanced technology R&D team. You will design, build, and optimize software tools and provide hands-on support during test events that advance mission-critical capabilities.

• Design and develop graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and internal tools for engineering teams.
• Implement, test, and optimize software primarily in C++ (C# and Java experience is a plus).
• Use Rational Team Concert, GitLab, and other DevOps tools to manage builds, version control, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle: requirements, design, coding, benchmarking, testing, debugging, and documentation.
• Work in Agile teams and contribute to sprint planning, code reviews, and continuous improvement.
• Support test events and technical demonstrations; occasional travel to test sites required.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related technical discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Active Secret-level U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required to maintain this clearance).
• Practical experience with object-oriented programming and demonstrated ability in C++, C#, or Java.
• Familiarity with Agile development practices and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
• Proficient with version control systems such as Git (or Bitbucket).
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and documentation skills.
• Ability to commute regularly to site locations in the local area and to attend on-site test events as needed.
• Possession of a valid Real ID driver’s license and reliable personal transportation (rideshare services are not permitted for site access).

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Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or co-op experience on engineering or software development teams.
• Experience with performance optimization, benchmarking, or numerical/embedded systems.
• Prior work supporting defense, aerospace, or government R&D programs.
• Familiarity with DevOps pipelines and automated testing frameworks.

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Work Location & Clearance

• Primary work locations: Enon area (local site access may require travel to Fredericksburg and Dahlgren, VA).
• This role requires an active Secret-level clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to hold and maintain the clearance.
• Regular on-site presence is expected; occasional telecommuting may be allowed at the client’s discretion.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay range (good-faith estimate): $75,000 — $90,000 per year.
• Benefits may include health, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with employer match; tuition reimbursement; paid time off and holidays; parental leave; life/disability insurance; and other employee programs. Actual benefits depend on employment type, location, and applicable agreements.

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Why Join Us

• Work on cutting-edge, mission-relevant R&D projects supporting the U.S. Navy.
• Gain hands-on experience with C++ and modern DevOps toolchains in an Agile environment.
• Professional development opportunities and competitive benefits.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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