About Careertakes

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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Software Engineer (New Grad) to join an early-career engineering cohort focused on cloud-based access control, video intelligence, and secure backend services. This role is for recent graduates eager to learn, contribute to production systems, and grow with experienced mentors.

Location: Bethesda, MD (onsite / hybrid as required by the hiring team)
Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000 per year (full-time salaried role)

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What You’ll Do

• Contribute to production-quality backend and cloud services that support physical security and video platforms.
• Prototype and iterate quickly using modern AI tools and software frameworks to build new product capabilities.
• Participate in Agile team activities: daily standups, design and code reviews, sprint planning.
• Write, run, and maintain automated tests; help monitor and improve service reliability.
• Collaborate across product, QA, and operations to ship features that reach customers globally.
• Learn system design, networking basics, authentication/authorization, and cloud deployment practices on the job.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent coursework/projects).
• Working knowledge of at least one of: Python, Java, or Node.js/TypeScript (coursework, internships, or projects count).
• Basic understanding of databases and SQL.
• Comfortable using Linux and shell commands.
• Familiarity with Git or another version control system.
• Strong curiosity, problem solving, and attention to detail; ability to learn quickly in a collaborative environment.

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Nice to Have

• Intro-level networking concepts (IP, ports, protocols, APIs).
• Experience or coursework with cloud platforms (AWS preferred).
• Exposure to Docker / containerized environments and CI/CD.
• Familiarity with REST APIs and HTTP fundamentals.
• Experience with automated testing tools (e.g., Playwright) or test-driven development.
• Exposure to authentication/authorization frameworks (OAuth2.0, OIDC).

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Why This Role Matters

You’ll work on systems that protect people and property and enable intelligent, AI-driven automation across facilities. As a New Grad engineer, you’ll be treated as a full team member—shipping code, reviewing peers’ work, and owning deliverables from day one while receiving mentorship and structured growth opportunities.

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Total Rewards & Logistics

• Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year (final offer depends on skills, experience, location, and market factors).
• Competitive medical, vision, and dental benefits; 401(k) match where applicable.
• Paid Time Off policy and other location-specific perks.
• Full-time employment.

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Location

This position is located in Bethesda, MD. Applicants should be legally authorized to work in the United States and available to work per the team’s onsite/hybrid expectations.

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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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