Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative solutions, supporting critical missions across defense, intelligence, energy, and civilian sectors. Our people are our competitive advantage, driven by purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering excellence for our customers and communities. We are currently seeking a Software Engineer to be remote/hybrid.
Experience/Skills Needed
- Knowledge of the academic as well as the practical aspects of Software Engineering is required. Ongoing technical development in Software Engineering is required.
- Demonstrated experience working in IBM DOORS Next Generation with system architecture and environmental development capabilities is required.
- Proficiency in writing and maintaining Software Requirement Specification documentation is required.
- Demonstrates an applied understanding of computer languages, software development fundamentals/methodology and database infrastructure.
- Demonstrates programming skills that include analyzing information, software design, requirements, testing, documentation, problem solving, debugging and software development fundamentals/methodology.
- Understands and applies advanced knowledge of discipline's standard theories, concepts, principles and techniques; has working knowledge of standard software engineering practices and applications.
- Demonstrate proficiency and experience necessary to develop moderately complex software.
- Demonstrates ability to utilize software engineering tools such as configuration management systems, change management, scanning, and debuggers in the software development process.
- Ability to work with minimal direction and supervision to complete projects in a timely manner, make time for unplanned assignments and adapt to changing priorities.
- Candidate must demonstrate 15 or more years’ experience in software engineering related positions, including a minimum of 10 years’ experience on Department of Energy projects.
- Candidate must demonstrate experience participating in systems engineering teams, with responsibilities including software engineering and program development to support systems engineering initiatives.
- Candidate must be able to work independently and within a multi-discipline team.
- Occasional travel is required.
- Due to the nature of the work must be a US Citizen
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in an IT related discipline (e.g., Information Technology, Computer Technology. Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering) with 10 years proven performance in related assignments; or Associate Degree in IT related discipline (e.g. Information Technology, Computer Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering) with 12 years proven performance in related assignment(s). For a non-IT related degree additional years of experience are required. In lieu of degree, a high school diploma with typically at least 15 years of equivalent knowledge and experience is acceptable.
Compensation Details:
95,000-140,000
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:
06/09/2026 - Until FilledAmentum 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.
Skills Required
- Knowledge of academic and practical aspects of Software Engineering
- Demonstrated experience working in IBM DOORS Next Generation with system architecture and environmental development capabilities
- Proficiency in writing and maintaining Software Requirement Specification documentation
- Applied understanding of computer languages, software development fundamentals/methodology, and database infrastructure
- Programming skills including analysis, software design, requirements, testing, documentation, problem solving, and debugging
- Experience developing moderately complex software
- Experience using software engineering tools such as configuration management systems, change management, static code scanning tools, and debuggers
- Ability to work with minimal direction and supervision and adapt to changing priorities
- 15 or more years' experience in software engineering related positions, including a minimum of 10 years' experience on Department of Energy projects
- Experience participating in systems engineering teams with software engineering and program development responsibilities
- Ability to work independently and within a multi-discipline team
- Education: Bachelor's degree in IT-related discipline with 10 years proven performance; or Associate Degree with 12 years; or high school diploma with ~15 years equivalent
- Occasional travel required
Amentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Amentum and has not been reviewed or approved by Amentum.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and multiple PPO/HSA options. Mental health support via an employee assistance program and other wellness resources is also included in the benefits mix.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with employer matching. Profit-sharing contributions and immediate or near-term vesting in some cases further strengthen the retirement value proposition.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are presented as solid for the sector, including tiered PTO accrual by tenure and a set of paid holidays. Role-dependent flexible or remote work options and leave programs add to perceived work-life support.
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What We Do
Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics. Headquartered in Germantown, Md., we employ more than 20,000 people in 48 states and 28 foreign countries and territories. Visit us at amentum.com to explore how we deliver excellence for our customers’ most vital missions.
