Hiring: Journeyman Software Developer – Travel Company: Amentum Location: Dahlgren, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 22:31:03 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : Agile, C++, R, SCA, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance About the job Experience: •Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field and 4 years of experience; OR a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field and 2 years of experience. •4 years of experience; OR a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field and 2 years of experience. Required Skills: •The Software Engineer will support the development of high-performance software, improve existing code for speed and efficiency, and assist with test bench and testing activities. Qualifications: •Two (2) years of program/project-level experience in software design and development. •Two (2) years of experience performing detailed and complex software design and development meeting sub-millisecond timing requirements. •Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance. (At a minimum, must receive/be approved for an Interim Secret security clearance in order to start.) Note: U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a Secret clearance. •Three (3) or more years of C++ experience. •Health, dental, and vision insurance •Paid time off and holidays •Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Compensation: •$90,000 - $140,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!