Amentum

Software Developer - Junior (Team 09)

Amentum$100K — $115K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 1 year experience in back-end software development
  • Proficient in programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript
  • Experience with Agile software development processes
  • Familiarity with back-end frameworks like Java Spring and Node.js
  • Functional knowledge of software design patterns and development tools

Responsibilities

  • Develop, test, and debug new software and enhancements
  • Collaborate with technical staff to diagnose and resolve software issues
  • Handle customer software complaints and suggestions for improvements
  • Assist in creating user manuals for software applications
  • Implement security measures and integration with common software packages

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits with matching 401(k)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description
Purpose and Impact:

The Software Developer is a part of a team that will lead large-scale data analysis projects to design and deliver on premises and cloud-based applications. The Software Developer is responsible for Developing codes, testing, and debugging new software or enhancements to existing software. The Software Developer works with technical staff to understand problems with software and resolve them. Resolves customer complaints about software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements. Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments.

Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday 8-hour days onsite. Flexibility within 2-week pay period to reach 80 hours.

Essential Responsibilities:

Develops codes, tests, and debugs new software or enhancements to existing software. Has good understanding of business applications as well as user, performance, quality, interface, and security requirements. Works with technical staff to understand problems with software and resolve them. Resolves customer complaints about software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements. May assist in development of software user manuals. Responsible for desktop design, testing, security lockdown implementation, integration with standard software packages, integration with automated patching and deployment technologies, documentation, and training to include automating application and configuration deployments and updates.

Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments. Assignments may be broad in nature, requiring originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks. Operates with appreciable latitude in developing methodology and presenting solutions to problems. Contributes to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience collectively with the following:
    • Developing, testing, and deploying back-end software in a widely used programming language such as Java, JavaScript, Go, Python, Typescript, and .NET
    • Developing, testing, and deploying Java software using the latest versions of the Java Development Kit
    • Implementing and using backend frameworks such as Java Spring, Nodejs, Go GinAngularJS, React, NextJS, Spring, Nodejs, NestJS, and Gin Spring, Google Web Toolkit, Hibernate, and Struts
    • With software development lifecycle processes to include Agile development
    • Software design patterns and antipatterns
    • With development tools (git, integrated development environment, code quality tools, etc.)


Clearance Required:
  • Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility


Minimum Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Business or other related field.
  • In absence of degree, additional years of experience may be substituted for educational requirements


Minimum Years of Experience:
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience


Preferred Qualifications:

Front-end:
  • JavaScript (ES6 and higher)
  • React
  • NextJS
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Material UI
  • RESTful design and principles
  • Code quality and standardization practices


Backend:
  • NodeJS
  • Express
  • NestJS
  • Npm (node package manager)
  • Go language
  • Java 8
  • SOAP services
  • Maven and Gradle


Development Tools:
  • Git source version control
  • Jira project management
  • Static Application Security Testing (SAST, e.g. SonarQube, Gitlab SAST)
  • Unit and integration testing (e.g., jest, mocha, chai)
  • Business Analysis and Project Management:
  • SAFe Agile Principles
  • Jira
  • Confluence


Compensation Details:

$100,000 - $115,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

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Compensation Details:
US:$100,000 - $115,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance


Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
03/18/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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