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Amentum

Software Developer - Mid

full-time•Washington

Summary

Location

Washington

Type

full-time

Experience

5-10 years

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About this role

Amentum is searching for a Top-Secret cleared Software Developer (Mid) to join our team in Washington, DC. You will be working in an organization that’s mission is to accelerate operations through data and new analytical insights. The entire section leverages agile and works to provide enhanced reporting and global searching capabilities to facilitate task management, cross-utilization, and address national intelligence priorities while protecting confidential data and sources.

The Software Developer (Mid) is a part of a team that will lead large scale data analysis projects to designs and delivers on premises and cloud-based applications. The Software Developer (Mid) is responsible for Developing codes, testing, and debugging new software or enhancements to existing software. The Software Developer (Mid) works with technical staff to understand problems with software and resolve them. Resolves customer complaints with software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements. Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments.

Responsibilities:

Develops codes, tests, and debugs new software or enhancements to existing software. Has good understanding of business applications as well as user, performance, quality, interface, and security requirements. Works with technical staff to understand problems with software and resolve them. Resolves customer complaints with software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements. May assist in development of software user manuals. Responsible for desktop design, testing, security lockdown implementation, integration with standard software packages, integration with automated patching and deployment technologies, documentation, and training to include automating application and configuration deployments and updates.

Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments. Assignments may be broad in nature, requiring originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks. Operates with appreciable latitude in developing methodology and presenting solutions to problems. Contributes to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable. Minimum of 5 years’ experience recommended. In absence of years of experience, certifications or past work may be used to show the level of experience needed to perform at this level.

Requirements:

•  Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
•  Minimum of 5 years of experience with 3 years of related technical specialized experience
•  Education: Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Business or other related field
    o  In absence of degree, additional years of experience may be substituted for educational requirements

Clearance Required: Top Secret with SCI eligibility

Minimum Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or other related field

In absence of degree, additional years of experience may be substituted for educational requirements

Minimum Years of Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of experience with 3 years of related technical specialized experience

Preferred:

• Front-end:
  o JavaScript (ES6 and higher)
  ▪ React
  ▪ NextJS
  ▪ Tailwind CSS
  ▪ Material UI
  o RESTful design and principles
  o Code quality and standardization practices
• Backend:
  o NodeJS
  ▪ Express
  ▪ NestJS
  ▪ Npm (node package manager)
  o Go language
  o Java 8
  ▪ SOAP services
  ▪ Maven and Gradle
• Development Tools:
  o Git source version control
  o Jira project management
  o Static Application Security Testing (SAST, e.g. SonarQube, Gitlab SAST)
  o Unit and integration testing (e.g., jest, mocha, chai)

• Business Analysis and Project Management:
  o SAFe Agile Principles
  o Jira
  o Confluence

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Compensation Details:

145000

       

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:

01/23/2026 - 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.

What you'll do

  • The Software Developer (Mid) is responsible for developing, testing, and debugging new software or enhancements to existing software. They work with technical staff to resolve software issues and contribute to large-scale data analysis projects.

About Amentum

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

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