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Entry Level Software Engineer at Amentum in Fredericksburg, VA
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Job Description
Amentum is seeking Software Engineers to join our USN advance technology development team. Prospect will code, optimize and build software speed and efficiency in an R&D setting. Primary work location will be in Fredericksburg or Dahlgren, VA with occasional telecommuting or travel opportunities.
Software engineer Responsibilities Include:
Developing graphical user interfaces for local tools with the team of users.
Developing software updates using C++, Rational Team Concert, GitLab and other DevOps tools
Supporting test events through travel opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines: Engineering, Math, Computers Science, and/or Physics with entry level experience.
Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret
Requires a thorough understanding of Object-Oriented Principles
Knowledge in definition and management of software requirements, design, code, benchmark testing, debugging, software development lifecycle, architecture, and documentation.
Plans, performs, and leads software design, coding, and testing.
Experience in an Agile software development environment and familiarity with Agile methodologies
Atlassian tool suites, Jira (for issue tracking) and Confluence (decision tracking)
Source code tracking tools (i.e. Git, Bitbucket)
C++ or C# (Preferred)
Ability to Commute: to Fredericksburg or Dahlgren, VA (1 hour south of Washington D.C.)
Benefits and Perks
Health, Vision, and Dental
401K with match
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Growth opportunities and career progression
Various company discounts
Basic life and AD&D insurance
Paid time off
Flexible Holidays
Parental Leave
Compensation Details:
$75K to $105K
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:
04/27/2026 - 05/08/2026Amentum 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.