Junior Software Engineer

Salary: $66,000 - 94,000 per year Requirements:

• Active TS/SCI clearance with FS Polygraph.
• Bachelors degree or equivalent and 5+ years of experience, or a masters degree and 3+ years of experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of software engineering principles, theories, and concepts.
• Experience designing, developing, and debugging application software.
• Experience with systems-level programming, such as compilers, assemblers, or operating systems.
• Strong background applying mathematical models and scientific analysis to software design.
• Desired: Experience with GitLab and Jira.
• Desired: Familiarity with containerization and cloud-based data processing environments.
• Desired: Experience in an Agile development environment.
• Desired: Knowledge of C, C++, or Python in a scientific or systems context.
• Desired: Experience supporting government or Department of Defense software projects.

• Research the design, development, testing, and use of electronic data processing software.
• Design and develop applications and systems that incorporate complex logical and mathematical solutions.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams, including hardware engineers and equipment designers, to plan and use data processing systems.
• Assess user needs and system capabilities, and resolve technical issues involving program goals, output requirements, and input data acquisition.
• Develop low-level system components, including compilers, assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems.
• Prepare detailed operating instructions and ensure software complies with applicable standards.
• Evaluate software requirements and determine whether designs are feasible within time and cost constraints.
• Consult with systems analysts, engineers, and programmers about project limitations, performance needs, and interfaces.
• Apply scientific analysis and mathematical models to modify software systems and predict design outcomes.
• Coordinate software installations and monitor equipment to confirm it meets specifications and performance standards.
• Independently develop approaches to address a broad range of challenging technical problems.

• AI
• Cloud
• GitLab
• Hardware
• Support
• JIRA
• Python
• Security

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We are Redhorse Corporation, a solution-driven company providing data insights and technology solutions for customers whose missions support U.S. national interests. We partner with customers to develop technology-agnostic solutions for important and challenging missions. Our Software Systems Engineer will join a team working to improve how government uses data and technology, addressing complex technical challenges with autonomy and contributing to government products and commercial software use. The anticipated base salary depends on factors such as experience, education, skills, clearance, location, market conditions, and internal equity. Eligible employees may access comprehensive benefits and, where applicable, performance-based or other incentive compensation. We are an equal opportunity employer and may use AI tools to assist with parts of recruitment; these tools support our team, while people make final hiring decisions. This position description may be adjusted to meet our changing needs and is not a contract.

last updated 42 week of 2026