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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

Seniority
Junior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
Lexington Park, Maryland, United States
Posted
7 weeks ago
401kC++

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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