Junior Software Developer

Chantilly, VA

Full-time

Onsite

$100K/yr - $120K/yr

Entry Level

Jacobs is seeking a Junior Software Developer for its BlackLynx team to support software development involving geolocation principles and applications. The role focuses on collaborative development, microservices, containerization, software testing, debugging, and related modern development tools and practices.

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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

Qualification

Required

• 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
BS in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related STEM discipline
TS/SCI Clearance required to start this position
• 1-2 years of professional software development experience

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

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.
Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.

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