Software engineer

Job Title: Software Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled software engineer to join our dynamic team. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or a related field, with a preference for candidates who have 2+ years of relevant experience or a Master's degree. Experience with Agile methodologies is preferred. A Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required, and an interim or active secret clearance at the time of hire is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a cross-functional team to research, design, develop, and test software and tools.

• Develop new work products or enhance existing applications, systems, or embedded products.

• Code, test, and document software solutions to advance technology solutions.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, or Mathematics field.

• 2+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree.

• Department of Defense Secret security clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in C++ is most important.

• Experience with Java, Python, and programming in general.

• Kubernetes experience.

• Microservice development and Spring Boot knowledge.

• Experience with Ansible and Helm.

• Proficiency with Prometheus and Grafana.

Work Environment

This position is located on-site in Manassas with some work-from-home flexibility. Work hours are from 10 AM to 3 PM on-site, with the option to work from home before or after those hours. A 9/80 work schedule is available if desired.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fairfax, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fairfax,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.