Software Developer - Entry Level (Top Secret Clearance Required)

CGI

$57K — $103K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
  • Foundational experience in software development (SQL, Java, C#, .NET, J2EE, C++).
  • Strong ability to swiftly learn new frameworks and technologies.
  • Growth-oriented mindset and passion for learning.
  • Excellent analytical thinking, written and verbal communication skills.
  • Comfort with ambiguity and team-oriented collaboration.
  • U.S. work eligibility without restriction.

Responsibilities

  • Design, prototype, and develop software using modern languages and frameworks.
  • Apply software design patterns and best practices for scalable, maintainable code.
  • Collaborate with team members to improve approaches and tools.
  • Build database-integrated solutions, ETL pipelines, and reporting tools.
  • Conduct peer code reviews and participate in Agile rituals.
  • Support quality assurance by crafting test plans and executing test cases.
  • Create technical documentation including requirement specs and user manuals.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive insurance options including health and pet insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
  • Up to 14 weeks of fully paid maternity leave and 4-week parental leave for non-birth parents.
  • Tuition assistance and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Training, mentoring, and career development programs.
  • Work-life balance and flexible work environment.
Full Job Description
Software Developer - Entry Level (Top Secret Clearance Required)

Category: Software Development/ Engineering

Main location: United States, Virginia, Fairfax

Position ID:J0426-0132

Employment Type: Graduate

Position Description:

Your future duties and responsibilities:

How You'll Make an Impact
• Design, prototype, and develop software using modern languages and frameworks (e.g., .NET, Java, open-source stacks).
• Apply software design patterns and best practices for scalable, maintainable code.
• Collaborate with team members to continuously improve approaches and tools.
• Build database-integrated solutions, ETL pipelines, and reporting tools using contemporary database technologies.
• Conduct peer code reviews, participate in Agile rituals, and contribute to engineering discussions.
• Support quality assurance by understanding its value, helping craft test plans, and executing test cases.
• Create technical documentation, including requirement specs, design docs, and user manuals.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

What You'll Bring
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or a related technical field
• Foundational experience in software development (SQL, Java, C#, .NET, J2EE, C++).
• Strong ability to learn new frameworks and technologies quickly.
• A growth-oriented mindset and a passion for learning.
• Excellent analytical thinking, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort with ambiguity, adaptability, and team-oriented collaboration.
• Ability to work in the U.S. permanently and without restriction.

Let's talk about benefits
• Competitive base salary
• Comprehensive insurance options
• 401(k) with company match
• Share purchase plan with a company match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Up to 14 weeks of Maternity Leave with full pay
• 4-week Parental Leave for all non-birth parents
• Attorney-assisted will preparation
• Health savings account
• Disability, life, and accidental death insurance
• Pet insurance
• Work-life balance and flexibility
• Tuition assistance continuous learning opportunities
• Training, mentoring, and career development
• Partner assistance program
• Wellness program

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set level, experience and training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $57,100-$103,700.

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What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because...

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

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