2497 Entry Level Software Developer jobs in Sterling,VA

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen.
This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level with CI Polygraph.
_Export Control/ITAR:_ Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Current/active TS/SCI with a current CI polygraph or be willing and able to obtain a CI polygraph.
5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with strong backend development skills
Strong proficiency in Python
Experience building backend systems, APIs, or distributed services in production environments
PostgreSQL and Elasticsearch proficiency
Familiarity with AWS, especially S3, RDS, and other data centric services
Bachelor's degree in a related field, e.g. Computer Science, Systems Engineering or equivalent experience
Understanding of software engineering fundamentals including testing, version control, CI/CD, and system design

Commit to Serve Your City Year! (Full Pay/Benefits – Academic Mentor)

City Year

Sterling, VA 20166

Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident
Authorization to work in the U.S. is not sufficient.
Those with DACA status unfortunately are not eligible at this time
Be 17-25 by July 1, 2025
Have a GED or high school diploma
Some college experience
College degree
Have served no more than three terms in an AmeriCorps state or national program*
Agree to and complete a background check
Be able to begin City Year by July/August 2025 (specific start date varies by location)