Job Requirements
Dahlgren, VA
Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$75,000 - $90,000
Job Description
Amentum is seeking skilled Software Engineers to become part of our US Navy Advanced Technology Development Team. The ideal candidate will design, optimize, and develop software to maximize performance and efficiency in an R&D-focused environment. This position is primarily based in Fredericksburg and Dahlgren, VA, with occasional opportunities for telecommuting and travel.
Responsibilities of a Software Engineer
- Collaborate with the team and end-users to develop graphical user interfaces (GUIs) for in-house tools.
- Create and implement software updates utilizing C++, Rational Team Concert, GitLab, and other DevOps tools.
- Participate in and support test events, which may require occasional travel.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics, with some relevant experience.
- Active Secret-level US Government Security Clearance (US citizenship required to maintain clearance).
- Proficiency in defining and managing software requirements, designing, coding, benchmarking, testing, debugging, and documenting within a software development lifecycle.
- Ability to plan, perform, and lead efforts related to software design, coding, and testing.
- Hands-on experience with Agile software development environments and methodologies.
- Familiarity with Atlassian tool suites, including Jira (issue tracking) and Confluence (decision tracking).
- Proficient use of source code versioning tools such as Git or Bitbucket.
- Experience with C++ or C# (preferred).
- Ability to commute to Fredericksburg and Dahlgren, VA (approximately 1 hour south of Washington D.C.).
- Possession of a valid Real ID driver's license for access to customer sites, as well as reliable personal transportation (rideshare options like Uber/Lyft are not permitted), due to occasional travel requirements between local job sites.
Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Wellness initiatives
- Professional growth opportunities and career advancement
- Discounts on various services
- Paid time off, including flexible holiday options
- Parental leave
- Basic life insurance and AD&D coverage
Join a team passionate about innovation and cutting-edge development. Apply today to be a part of the future of advanced technology solutions!
Compensation Details:
$75 - $90K
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
07/06/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .
Responsibilities of a Software Engineer
- Collaborate with the team and end-users to develop graphical user interfaces (GUIs) for in-house tools.
- Create and implement software updates utilizing C++, Rational Team Concert, GitLab, and other DevOps tools.
- Participate in and support test events, which may require occasional travel.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics, with some relevant experience.
- Active Secret-level US Government Security Clearance (US citizenship required to maintain clearance).
- Proficiency in defining and managing software requirements, designing, coding, benchmarking, testing, debugging, and documenting within a software development lifecycle.
- Ability to plan, perform, and lead efforts related to software design, coding, and testing.
- Hands-on experience with Agile software development environments and methodologies.
- Familiarity with Atlassian tool suites, including Jira (issue tracking) and Confluence (decision tracking).
- Proficient use of source code versioning tools such as Git or Bitbucket.
- Experience with C++ or C# (preferred).
- Ability to commute to Fredericksburg and Dahlgren, VA (approximately 1 hour south of Washington D.C.).
- Possession of a valid Real ID driver's license for access to customer sites, as well as reliable personal transportation (rideshare options like Uber/Lyft are not permitted), due to occasional travel requirements between local job sites.
Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Wellness initiatives
- Professional growth opportunities and career advancement
- Discounts on various services
- Paid time off, including flexible holiday options
- Parental leave
- Basic life insurance and AD&D coverage
Join a team passionate about innovation and cutting-edge development. Apply today to be a part of the future of advanced technology solutions!
Compensation Details:
$75 - $90K
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
- 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
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
07/06/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .
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