Junior Software Developer

Job Description

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company is seeking Junior Software Developer in Patuxent River, MD to support mission-critical DoD programs through the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software solutions. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in computer science, hands-on development experience, and familiarity with real-time systems to contribute to secure, scalable applications in a collaborative environment.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75k-$85k annually (depending on experience)

Work Location: Onsite.

Essential Functions:

Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications using modern programming practices

Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in C/C++ and other object-oriented languages

Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects to ensure system reliability and performance

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and implement technical solutions

Support system enhancements by adding new features and optimizing existing functionality

Contribute to software testing efforts, including unit testing and integration testing

Assist with version control, build pipelines, and deployment activities

Other duties as assigned or required

Requirements

Required:

Experience developing in C, C++, C#, and/or Java

Experience working in object orientation

Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC)

Experience with debugging, testing, and maintaining applications

Desired:

Experience with Ada95/98

Experience with real-time operating systems

Familiarity with Mission Systems Avionics

Knowledge of military narrowband communications

Education/Years of Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Engineering discipline (must be a completed, accredited degree) required.

1–3 years of relevant professional or internship experience in software development

Security Clearance:

Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain a Top Secret Yankee White clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Stock Option Plan

Full-time