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Top Secret/SCI
Student (undergraduate/graduate)
Full Scope Polygraph
IT - Software
Fort Meade, MD (On-Site/Office)
Software Engineer Level 0
Entry-Level | $100,000–$133,000 | Fort Meade, MD | Active TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph
Begin your engineering journey at the heart of national defense. Launch your career with purpose at Caribou Thunder.
A Day in the Life – What You’ll Do
• Analyze user requirements to derive software design specifications and performance expectations.
• Debug and troubleshoot existing codebases to identify and resolve defects in mission-critical systems.
• Recommend improvements to documentation and software development process standards.
• Design and develop new software or modify existing applications to introduce new features and enhancements.
• Integrate existing software into new or evolving system environments, ensuring compatibility and stability.
• Create simple data queries for operational databases and data repositories to support user and mission requirements.
Is This You?
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited institution
• Experience: No experience required; four (4) years of software engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
• Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph
• Traits: Curious, driven, and eager to grow; collaborative by nature and passionate about building real-world solutions
Core Skills
Required:
• Foundational knowledge of programming and software development life cycle (SDLC)
• Ability to debug and troubleshoot basic code issues in development and test environments
• Understanding of database structures and ability to write simple data queries
• Willingness to contribute to process improvement and technical documentation
• Ability to work under supervision while developing technical depth in a fast-paced classified environment
Preferred:
• Exposure to object-oriented programming and version control systems
• Coursework or project experience with system integration and performance optimization
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and working in collaborative development teams
Bonus: Ready to support the mission with enthusiasm, discipline, and a drive to learn from experienced engineers in national defense
📝 If this sounds like you, we’d love to talk. Apply today and build something that matters.
Who is Caribou Thunder?
Building Tomorrow, Grounded in Legacy
Caribou Thunder is a Woman, Native American, Minority Owned, WOSB, SDB, SBA, and HUBZone Certified small business. For decades, we’ve been at the forefront of delivering engineering excellence to national security programs. Trusted by the DoD, we develop and support mission-critical systems that protect our nation. At Caribou Thunder, we fuse tradition and innovation — with a deep sense of purpose rooted in integrity and service.
Why Caribou Thunder?
Empowering You and Your Family
• Premium Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Care for you and your family
• 401(k) with 6% Company Match – Invest in your future
• Flexible Paid Time Off – Recharge when you need it
• Competitive Salaries + Shift Differentials
• Education & Certification Reimbursement – Grow your skills
• Work-Life Balance – We prioritize your well-being
• Military Leave Support – We honor and support service members
• Indigenous Minds Non-Profit Engagement – Empowering youth for careers in national security
Entry-Level | $100,000–$133,000 | Fort Meade, MD | Active TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph
Begin your engineering journey at the heart of national defense. Launch your career with purpose at Caribou Thunder.
A Day in the Life – What You’ll Do
• Analyze user requirements to derive software design specifications and performance expectations.
• Debug and troubleshoot existing codebases to identify and resolve defects in mission-critical systems.
• Recommend improvements to documentation and software development process standards.
• Design and develop new software or modify existing applications to introduce new features and enhancements.
• Integrate existing software into new or evolving system environments, ensuring compatibility and stability.
• Create simple data queries for operational databases and data repositories to support user and mission requirements.
Is This You?
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited institution
• Experience: No experience required; four (4) years of software engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
• Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph
• Traits: Curious, driven, and eager to grow; collaborative by nature and passionate about building real-world solutions
Core Skills
Required:
• Foundational knowledge of programming and software development life cycle (SDLC)
• Ability to debug and troubleshoot basic code issues in development and test environments
• Understanding of database structures and ability to write simple data queries
• Willingness to contribute to process improvement and technical documentation
• Ability to work under supervision while developing technical depth in a fast-paced classified environment
Preferred:
• Exposure to object-oriented programming and version control systems
• Coursework or project experience with system integration and performance optimization
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and working in collaborative development teams
Bonus: Ready to support the mission with enthusiasm, discipline, and a drive to learn from experienced engineers in national defense
📝 If this sounds like you, we’d love to talk. Apply today and build something that matters.
Who is Caribou Thunder?
Building Tomorrow, Grounded in Legacy
Caribou Thunder is a Woman, Native American, Minority Owned, WOSB, SDB, SBA, and HUBZone Certified small business. For decades, we’ve been at the forefront of delivering engineering excellence to national security programs. Trusted by the DoD, we develop and support mission-critical systems that protect our nation. At Caribou Thunder, we fuse tradition and innovation — with a deep sense of purpose rooted in integrity and service.
Why Caribou Thunder?
Empowering You and Your Family
• Premium Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Care for you and your family
• 401(k) with 6% Company Match – Invest in your future
• Flexible Paid Time Off – Recharge when you need it
• Competitive Salaries + Shift Differentials
• Education & Certification Reimbursement – Grow your skills
• Work-Life Balance – We prioritize your well-being
• Military Leave Support – We honor and support service members
• Indigenous Minds Non-Profit Engagement – Empowering youth for careers in national security
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