Jobs for Junior Software Developers & Junior Software Engineers

Build and maintain front-end and back-end features, RESTful APIs, and services under senior-engineer guidance. Participate in agile ceremonies, code reviews, testing, debugging, and secure coding. Take ownership of scoped engineering tasks, communicate clearly, learn quickly, and progressively handle more complex client-facing software work across web, mobile, and AI-integrated projects.

Build and maintain front-end and back-end features, RESTful APIs, and services under senior-engineer guidance. Write clean code, tests, and secure data-handling practices; debug issues and participate in code reviews, agile ceremonies, and technical discussions. Take ownership of scoped tasks, communicate clearly, learn quickly, and progressively deliver more complex client-facing software features across web, mobile, and AI-integrated projects.

Develop and support enterprise Generative AI and Agentic AI applications using Python, LLMs, RAG, AI agents, prompt engineering, APIs, and cloud services. Build chatbots, copilots, intelligent automation, data pipelines, and scalable AI components. Support model evaluation, MLOps/LLMOps, deployment, monitoring, troubleshooting, documentation, and Agile collaboration. The role requires strong learning ability, software development fundamentals, and collaboration with technical and business teams.

Develop and support enterprise Generative AI and Agentic AI applications using Python, LLMs, RAG, prompt engineering, AI agents, cloud services, APIs, and databases. Build chatbots, copilots, automation workflows, and scalable AI components; support MLOps, deployment, testing, monitoring, and system integration. Collaborate with technical and business teams in Agile environments while documenting solutions and improving application reliability.

Performs software-focused systems engineering for aviation programs, including developing software requirements, reviewing vendor specifications, coordinating system integration, analyzing defects, supporting technical reviews and engineering change proposals, and preparing acquisition documentation and cost estimates. The role also supports Agile and SAFe processes, technical proposal evaluations, and coordination with cybersecurity experts. Full-time on-site work at NAVAIR in PAX River, Maryland is required.

Designs and maintains automated test scripts and frameworks, writes requirements-based test plans and cases, performs manual and automated testing, manages traceability in DOORS, and tracks software defects. Collaborates with developers and government customers to resolve issues, reviews test documentation, participates in Agile and configuration control activities, and presents technical testing information. The role supports SLBM systems at NSWCDD and requires on-site work and an active Secret clearance.

Develop and enhance automation within an MLOps ecosystem, including repeatable model training, scalable data and model architectures, configuration management, and integration of commercial and internal tools. The role requires foundational AI/ML knowledge, software development experience, database and storage familiarity, and understanding of CPU/GPU model training. Docker and database experience are preferred. An interim Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship are required.

Develop and maintain data pipelines for GEOINT datasets, transform and standardize data for machine learning environments, assist with data service development, document workflows, analyze data, and support data quality. Collaborate with senior engineers and scientists on Department of War artificial intelligence initiatives while communicating findings and adapting to changing priorities.

Summer 2027 software engineering internship supporting AI/ML, big data, and cloud projects. The intern will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and project managers to develop, integrate, and deploy production-grade solutions in an agile, mission-oriented environment. Responsibilities include working with real-world datasets, enterprise-scale systems, multiple software components, and operational end users.

Supports field deployment of enterprise wireless infrastructure for Air Force base modernization. Performs access point installation, configuration, surveys, coverage validation, testing, troubleshooting, migration support, documentation, and post-installation acceptance under senior engineer direction. The role is onsite, requires active Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship, involves significant physical activity, and requires approximately 75% travel.

Supports Microsoft-centric infrastructure, cloud, identity, endpoint, backup, and Microsoft 365 services. Responsibilities include Tier 3 incident assistance, Windows Server and directory administration, Azure and Intune operations, monitoring, troubleshooting, backup testing, PowerShell automation, technical documentation, and participation in infrastructure projects and controlled changes. The role requires foundational infrastructure knowledge, strong troubleshooting and communication skills, and a willingness to learn. Preferred qualifications include support or junior systems administration experience, Microsoft technologies, relevant certifications, service management, scripting, and infrastructure-as-code familiarity.

Maintains Shopify storefronts, product data, metadata, themes, third-party apps, and integrations. Troubleshoots storefront and data synchronization issues, supports ERP and marketing platform connections, creates recurring e-commerce reports, and documents configurations and processes. The role involves basic Liquid, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, REST API, and potentially Node.js development while coordinating technical issues with nontechnical stakeholders.

Provide technical support and product recommendations to sales teams, reps, distributors, and customers. Troubleshoot issues, conduct site audits, demos, trainings and presentations, prepare reports and proposals, and collaborate with marketing and product teams. Serve as a product expert for Socomec equipment and ensure compliance with applicable electrical standards.

Provides dedicated onsite IT support for client users, troubleshooting Windows, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, endpoint, identity, and workplace technology issues. Manages support tickets, performs basic systems administration, documents resolutions, follows security and change-control standards, and escalates complex issues. The role requires strong customer service, communication, organization, and technical follow-through in a client-facing environment, with periodic travel to other Chicago-area client locations and occasional physical handling of equipment.

Writes and maintains automated tests for an enterprise AI platform, supports CI/CD integration, investigates test failures, documents bugs, and develops skills in performance, regression, accessibility, and AI/ML testing. Collaborates with senior testers, receives mentoring, and contributes to maintaining reliable government technology systems.

Develop and test space mission modeling and simulation applications for U.S. Space Force acquisition analysis. Integrate simulation tools into automated trade-study architectures, define requirements and designs, implement simulations, and support technical demonstrations. Work with orbital mechanics, spacecraft operations, remote sensing, satellite communications, and simulation environments while contributing to multidisciplinary Agile engineering teams.

Supports a construction field office at Elmira Correctional Facility by tracking RFIs, reviewing contract documents, assisting with schedules and payment preparation, preparing meeting minutes and project correspondence, and coordinating office meetings and communications. Requires construction project experience or a substituted college degree, administrative capability, basic computer proficiency, and OSHA 30 certification within 30 days of hire.

Supports construction field office administration, including RFI tracking, contract document review, scheduling, payment review and preparation, meeting coordination, meeting minutes, project correspondence, and communications. Requires construction project experience or an equivalent college degree, administrative skills, basic office software proficiency, and completion of OSHA 30 certification within 30 days of hire.

Develop software for Sovereign, an autonomy platform for unmanned vehicles that detects, classifies, tracks, and guides toward targets. Build primarily in C++ with Python and Linux, integrate perception and autonomy technologies, and support field deployments, customer integrations, and testing. The role involves export-controlled defense technology and requires travel and U.S. person eligibility.

Supports and improves internal applications and data integration processes. Responsibilities include developing and troubleshooting C# APIs, writing and optimizing MS-SQL queries and procedures, maintaining data pipelines, documenting code and testing updates, and contributing to business process modernization. The role also involves exploring AI-assisted development tools and learning platforms including Holbi, Dell Boomi, and AS400.

Develop and maintain front-end, back-end, and AI/ML integration code for Air Force web applications. Integrate applications through APIs, support DevSecOps pipelines, define data models and storage solutions, and collaborate on deploying web and machine-learning capabilities to cloud and Kubernetes environments. The role requires web development, AI/ML production experience, data or cloud solutions expertise, and the ability to work in regulated DoD environments.

Supports NASA scientific balloon missions through electrical system design, fabrication, testing, integration, installation, and maintenance. Responsibilities include digital and electronic circuit work, test equipment use, technical documentation, procurement specifications, cost estimation, data analysis, and collaboration across engineering disciplines. The role supports manufacturing, field operations, launches, and recoveries worldwide, requiring up to 60% travel and eligibility for a NASA PIV badge, U.S. citizenship, a passport, and Antarctic medical clearance.

Supports U.S. Navy submarine Ship Control Systems through independent verification and validation. Reviews engineering specifications, drawings, plans, and system, software, and hardware test procedures; validates requirements; witnesses qualification and acceptance testing; and audits computer software units. Requires an engineering, mathematics, physical sciences, or computer science bachelor’s degree, submarine systems experience, programming experience, U.S. citizenship, and an active or obtainable Secret clearance.

Designs and maintains scalable data architectures, ETL workflows, batch and real-time pipelines, and SQL/NoSQL storage solutions supporting intelligence operations. Ensures data quality, governance, security, compliance, and performance across structured and unstructured intelligence datasets. Documents schemas and data lineage, collaborates with analysts and data scientists, and participates in technical and mission-planning forums.

Supports a mission-critical intelligence system by gathering and decomposing requirements, creating Jira user stories, grooming Agile backlogs, assisting developers, conducting functional testing, presenting features to government customers, and collaborating with UX and engineering teams. The role requires strong stakeholder communication, familiarity with software development concepts, and an understanding of Agile delivery, Jira, Confluence, and cloud-based architecture.