ENGINEER SOFTWARE 1
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This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Nice to have
- PythonJavaJavaScriptC++
- Work
- On-site in Newport News
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Python62%Java50%JavaScript46%C++35%of 149 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 6, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions. Conducts multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software. Determines computer user needs; analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; prepares operating instructions; designs and develops compilers and assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems. Ensures software standards are met.
Key Responsibilities
- Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs applications software and systems.
- Conducts multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers.
- Plans, designs, develops, and utilizes electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software.
- Determines computer user needs.
- Analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls.
- Prepares operating instructions.
- Designs and develops compilers, assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems.
- Ensures software standards are met.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's Degree
- 0 years of relevant exempt experience
- US Citizenship Required
- Travel Requirements: 10%-25% of the time
- Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
- Full-Time Shift: 1st
- Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
Nice to Have
- Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (such as Python, Java, C++, or JavaScript)
- Understanding of object-oriented programming principles and basic design patterns
- Familiarity with version control systems (especially Git)
- Experience developing and debugging software in a structured development environment
- Basic knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and computational complexity
- Exposure to databases (SQL or NoSQL) and ability to write simple queries
- Understanding of software testing methods (unit, integration, and automated testing)
- Ability to work with APIs, RESTful services, and common web technologies
- Experience with Linux or Windows development environments
- Familiarity with Agile or iterative development methodologies