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Junior Cyber Software Engineer

Job in Gaithersburg, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20883, USA
Listing for: Nightwing
Part Time position
Listed on 2026-09-18
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, Machine Learning/ ML Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 55000 - 106000 USD Yearly USD 55000.00 106000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Junior Cyber Software Engineer - Flexible Schedule

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

The junior-level Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports.

Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.

NOTE:

All candidates must have an active TS/SCI with Poly clearance.


The Level 0 Software Engineer (SWE) shall possess the following capabilities:

Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
Debug existing software and correct defects.
Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.
Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features.
Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.
Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or repositories.

Required
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*** Must have a current TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance. ***


Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university. Four (4) years of additional software engineering experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

The salary associated with this position ($55,000 - $106,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays and additional insurances.

Employee Referral Award Eligibility:

This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.

What We Offer:

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and less than 2 years prior relevant experience. Engineering/Other Technical Positions:
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior…

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