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Junior Software Developer

SaalexLexington Park, Maryland🇺🇸United StatesPosted 29 Jun 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable company like Saalex, where you'll gain hands-on experience developing mission-critical software and contribute to impactful defense programs. You'll thrive here if you have a solid computer science foundation, a passion for coding in C/C++, and a desire to grow your skills within a collaborative team environment. Apply now to launch your career in software development!

Quick Overview

Salary
$75k - $85k/yr
Seniority
Junior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
Lexington Park, Maryland, United States
Posted
2 months ago
C++

Job Description

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company is seeking Junior Software Developer in Patuxent River, MD to support mission-critical DoD programs through the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software solutions. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in computer science, hands-on development experience, and familiarity with real-time systems to contribute to secure, scalable applications in a collaborative environment.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75k-$85k annually (depending on experience)
Work Location: Onsite.

Essential Functions:

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications using modern programming practices
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in C/C++ and other object-oriented languages
  • Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects to ensure system reliability and performance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and implement technical solutions
  • Support system enhancements by adding new features and optimizing existing functionality
  • Contribute to software testing efforts, including unit testing and integration testing
  • Assist with version control, build pipelines, and deployment activities
  • Other duties as assigned or required

Required:

  • Experience developing in C/C++
  • Experience working in object orientation
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Experience with debugging, testing, and maintaining applications

Desired:

  • Experience with Ada95/98
  • Experience with real-time operating systems
  • Familiarity with Mission Systems Avionics
  • Knowledge of military narrowband communications

Education/Years of Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Engineering discipline (must be a completed, accredited degree) required.
  • 1–3 years of relevant professional or internship experience in software development

Security Clearance:

 Active Top Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources
  • Stock Option Plan

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