MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Associate Software Engineer to join our team in Fort Meade, MD.
Kickstart your engineering career by building and improving core internal software using modern cloud technologies. You'll collaborate daily with experienced engineers to build scalable, secure solutions that safeguard our agency's data.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements while reviewing and testing components for adherence to design.
Design and code new software or modify existing software to add features and resolve problem reports through debugging and defect correction.
Support the integration of existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments using standard development methodologies.
Provide specific input to system design, including hardware/software trade-offs and the use of COTS/GOTS in place of new development.
Develop data queries for existing databases and recommend improvements for documentation and process standards.
Maintain system baselines and configuration management items while working with stakeholders to ensure systems meet all requirements.
Document responses to required controls and maintain a library of documentation, including network diagrams for cyber defense capabilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related field) paired with 0–2 years of software development experience or relevant coursework/internships.
Experience with Python (preferred), or solid working knowledge of Java, JavaScript, or C/C++.
Preferred Qualifications:
Cloud: Exposure to AWS basics, with an eagerness to dive deeper into cloud services on the job.
Containers: Basic familiarity with Docker and a curiosity to learn how Kubernetes works in production.
Frontend: Hands-on practice or project experience building web interfaces with React or Angular.
Clearance Requirements:
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
MANTECH is more than a technology company. We are a company dedicated to service, and we consider our work a part of the public trust. The people of MANTECH are privileged to work for the security of the United States, the welfare of our service members and veterans, the protection of our communities, and the cause of better health care.
We have served the nation for more than 57 years, and in that time we have continually changed and grown to provide the technology that government needs to meet new challenges. We seek people with the same strong ethic of service, creativity, energy, and dedication to serving our country.
We are comprised of more than 9,800 talented employees around the world. Nearly 40% of our employees are veterans. Many others come from the Intelligence Community, Homeland Security and federal civilian agencies. We understand our customers’ challenges because we know their world firsthand.
When Federal managers and military leaders face tough challenges in cyber, data collection & analysis, enterprise IT or systems and software engineering, they turn to MANTECH to get the job done right. These professionals trust MANTECH and stay with us for years because we understand their needs and tackle their most complex challenges head on. They know that reaching their goal is our ultimate objective.
