- Salary
- $70k – $85k/yr
- Location
- Herndon, VA
- Workplace
- Remote
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Entry
- Clearance
- Required
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
Job Title: Software Engineer - Entry Level
Location: Remote
Clearance Required: Secret
Position Type: Full-Time
About the company:
At VivSoft, we aim to solve complex federal problems using emerging and open technologies in a collaborative and rewarding environment. VivSoft is a diverse team of strategists, engineers, designers, and creators experienced in building high-performance, effective software, with a focus on impactful organisational design and software delivery dynamics. We build secure Software Factories based on DoD reference designs and NIST Frameworks for Cloud and DevSecOps. These factories deliver AI/ML Applications, Data Science Platforms, Blockchain and Microservices for DoD, Healthcare and Civilian Agencies
Position Overview
VivSoft Technologies is seeking an Entry Level Software Engineer to join the DCSA NBIS DISS/PVAAMS team. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you will contribute to the development and sustainment of mission-critical personnel vetting software used across the Department of Defense. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your federal IT career in a modern cloud-native DevSecOps environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Benefits:
Location: Remote
Clearance Required: Secret
Position Type: Full-Time
About the company:
At VivSoft, we aim to solve complex federal problems using emerging and open technologies in a collaborative and rewarding environment. VivSoft is a diverse team of strategists, engineers, designers, and creators experienced in building high-performance, effective software, with a focus on impactful organisational design and software delivery dynamics. We build secure Software Factories based on DoD reference designs and NIST Frameworks for Cloud and DevSecOps. These factories deliver AI/ML Applications, Data Science Platforms, Blockchain and Microservices for DoD, Healthcare and Civilian Agencies
Position Overview
VivSoft Technologies is seeking an Entry Level Software Engineer to join the DCSA NBIS DISS/PVAAMS team. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you will contribute to the development and sustainment of mission-critical personnel vetting software used across the Department of Defense. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your federal IT career in a modern cloud-native DevSecOps environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and unit-test application components under the direction of senior engineers
- Support CI/CD pipeline execution and monitor automated test results
- Assist with bug triage, defect resolution, and regression testing
- Document code and contribute to technical documentation and SOPs
- Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint ceremonies, and PI planning events
- Support deployment activities in development and test environments
- Assist senior staff in maintaining RMF and security documentation
Required Qualifications:
- 0–2 years of software development experience (internships, academic projects, or professional work)
- Working knowledge of at least one programming language (Java, Python, JavaScript, etc.)
- Basic understanding of version control (Git) and agile development practices
- Active DoD Secret clearance at time of hire; must be a U.S. Person
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS preferred)
- Academic or project experience with automated testing frameworks
- Interest in federal IT, cybersecurity, or DevSecOps careers
- DoD 8140/8570 baseline certification (Security+) a plus
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans (Healthcare benefits are 100% employer-paid for employees only)
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (Flexible/Combined PTO, Bereavement Leave, 11 Company Paid Holidays)
- 401K Retirement Plan with employer match
- Professional Development Training Reimbursement.
Skills
PythonJavaScriptJavaAWSCI/CDData ScienceGitCybersecurityMicroservices
