$68K - 122K a year
The junior software developer will build and sustain mission-focused web applications for defense customers, contributing across the stack with .NET, Vue.js, and SQL Server. They will implement backend services and front-end features while collaborating with senior engineers to deliver capabilities that support real end users in the field.
Candidates must be U.S. citizens eligible for a TS/SCI DoD security clearance and have a Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years of applicable experience or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree. Basic experience with C#, JavaScript, Vue.js, and SQL Server is required, along with an understanding of REST, HTTP, and relational database design.
We’re hiring a junior software developer to build and sustain mission-focused web applications for defense customers. You’ll contribute across the stack with .NET, Vue.js, and SQL Server, writing secure, maintainable code that can operate in constrained or disconnected environments. You’ll work within disciplined SDLC and configuration management processes, collaborating with senior engineers to deliver capabilities that support real end users in the field. This position can be worked remote, but strong preference will be given to candidates local to Newport News, VA. Responsibilities Full-stack development: Implement backend services in C# (.NET/ASP.NET) and front-end features in Vue.js and Nuxt, integrating with SQL Server. Secure coding: Apply best practices, input validation, logging, and error handling aligned to audit requirements. Data and APIs: Build RESTful APIs, write T-SQL queries and stored procedures for reliability and performance. Team collaboration: Work with QA, and DevOps to meet SLAs, resolve defects, and support fielded systems. Minimum qualifications Clearance eligibility: U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a TS/SCI DoD security clearance as required by contract. Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years of applicable experience or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of degree Technical skills: Basic experience with C# (.NET/ASP.NET), JavaScript/TypeScript, Vue.js or similar framework, and SQL Server. Foundations: Understanding of REST, HTTP, JSON, and relational database design. Version control: Familiar with Git workflows and pull requests. Quality mindset: Writes readable, tested code; receptive to feedback and code reviews. Security awareness: Familiarity with secure coding concepts and least-privilege design. Preferred qualifications Performance and testing: Experience with unit/integration testing and basic performance profiling. Pipelines: Exposure to CI/CD (Azure DevOps, GitLab CI, Jenkins) and work item tracking (Jira/Azure Boards). API integration: Experience consuming external services and handling auth flows (OAuth/JWT). UX fundamentals: Ability to build accessible, responsive UIs with component libraries and state management. Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter. We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don’t wear capes (they’re a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for “how it’s always been done.” Original Posting: October 7, 2025 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range: Pay Range $67,600.00 - $122,200.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenue of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information visit www.Leidos.com. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here. Securing Your Data Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information at any part of the employment application process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are sent from a Leidos.com email address. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to spam.leidos@leidos.com. Commitment and Diversity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
This job posting was last updated on 10/8/2025