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Junior Software Developer

Jacobs

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Job Requirements

Herndon, VA
Top Secret/SCI Polygraph not specified
Entry Level (less than 2 yrs experience)
$100,000 - $120,000

Job Description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

BlackLynx, a Jacobs company, is looking for a junior software developer with knowledge of geolocation principles and applications.

Responsibilities:

Knowledge of and experience in geolocation principles and practices
Customer domain knowledge
Knowledge of Git version control (branching, merging, pull requests)
Experience working in collaborative team environments
Familiarity with microservices architecture concepts
Basic understanding of containerization (Docker)
Knowledge of software testing principles and practices
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
Excellent communication skills and willingness to learn

Here's what you'll need:

BS in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related STEM discipline

Clearance:

TS/SCI Clearance required to start this position.

Preferred:

Proficiency with Go programming language (or other modern programming languages)
Understanding of RESTful API design and development
Exposure to Angular or other modern frontend frameworks
Experience with Kubernetes or container orchestration platforms
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Gitlab workflows
Knowledge of Helm charts or infrastructure-as-code tools
Experience with API gateways (Traefik or similar)
Exposure to distributed systems concepts
Familiar with VS Code or modern development environments

Minimum years of experience:

1-2 years of professional software development experience

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $100,000.00 to $120,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on August 29, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
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At Jacobs, we make the world smarter, more connected and more sustainable. Challenging today is our response to the increasing complexity our world is experiencing. It calls on us to join forces, putting our knowledge and imagination together to reinvent the way we solve problems and shape the next generation of innovative solutions. Reinventing tomorrow is our promise and an invitation to raise the bar in everything we do. From the brilliant solutions we create with our clients, to the open and inclusive culture we create for our people. From the positive difference we make in our communities, to the added value we deliver to our shareholders.

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Job Category
IT - Software
Clearance Level
Top Secret/SCI
Employer
Jacobs