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, IT (Information Technology).

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

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Position overview

This opportunity is for an Entry-Level Software Engineer based in Savage, MD. Our confidential client is seeking a motivated early-career engineer who already holds an active Top Secret/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph (TS/SCI-FS). The role focuses on designing, implementing, testing, debugging, and integrating software components that support mission-critical systems.

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What You’ll Do

• Develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems and algorithms from documented technical requirements.
• Translate user requirements into software design and performance specifications.
• Design, code, and test new software components or modify existing code to add new capabilities.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects and problem reports.
• Conduct reviews and tests to ensure components meet functional requirements and document results.
• Integrate software into operational environments and verify system performance after integration.
• Create data queries for databases and repositories as required.
• Recommend improvements to documentation and software development processes.

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Qualifications

• Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Full-Scope Polygraph (TS/SCI-FS) at time of application.
• Technical bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field — or equivalent practical experience.
• Entry-level: 0+ years professional experience is acceptable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Comfortable writing, testing, and debugging production-quality code.
• Familiarity with database queries and working with repositories.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting results and collaborating with teams.

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Compensation & Location

• Total compensation: $152,000+ per year (listed by the source).
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Job location: Savage, MD (on-site or as required by program).
• Note: Candidates must already possess the active TS/SCI-FS polygraph clearance to be considered.

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About the Role & Client

Careertakes is handling recruiting for a confidential client in the IT (Information Technology) sector focused on supporting intelligence and national security missions. The team values integrity, technical excellence, and mission-focused collaboration. This role offers the chance to work on impactful software systems where quality, security, and reliability are essential.

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Key phrases for applicants

• Entry-Level Software Engineer
• TS/SCI-FS required
• Software development, testing, and integration
• Debugging and troubleshooting
• Database queries and repositories
• Savage, MD

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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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