Junior Software Engineer

Job Overview

Active Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance is required. Visionist is bidding on an upcoming PRIME contract and, in anticipation of award, we’re seeking Junior Software Engineers to join our team at the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, DC. You will advance the future of maritime domain awareness by enhancing global ship tracking systems. You’ll leverage state‑of‑the‑art analytics, multi‑INT fusion, and cutting‑edge technologies to detect and disrupt illicit activities at sea—including smuggling, trafficking, illegal fishing, and waste dumping—while also preventing terrorism, securing global commerce, and strengthening U.S. homeland defense.

• Design, develop, test, and maintain complex Multi‑INT software systems
• Apply modern and traditional object‑oriented programming techniques
• Create technical/user documentation and deliver user training
• Analyze system requirements and conduct trade‑off and impact studies
• Perform independent software validation and review test plans/results for compliance
• Collaborate with software teams across the full development lifecycle

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline. (Additional higher education may substitute years of experience)
• 3 years of experience in software development
• Experience with object‑oriented programming and modern dev tools
• Background in Multi‑INT or complex technical software systems
• Strong skills in requirement analysis and system documentation
• Ability to verify third‑party software against system requirements
• Effective collaboration and communication skills

• 100% employee‑owned company
• Competitive 15% retirement contribution (5% 401(K) match & 10% ESOP)
• Four weeks paid time off that is never “use or lose”, 12 paid holidays, compensatory time, overtime, and flexible work hours
• 80 hours paid parental leave with an additional $8,000 supplemental payment upon returning from maternity
• Medical, dental, & vision benefits for both individuals and families (those who waive medical benefits will receive an additional $4,160/year)
• Annual lifestyle bonus of $600 – use it towards gyms/fitness, new tech, or your HSA
• Annual merit increases & performance‑based bonuses
• Term life insurance, short‑term disability, & long‑term disability

$100,000 - $145,000

Salary for this position, along with additional compensation options, will be determined on an individual basis following the interview process, considering various factors such as years of experience, skills, education/certifications, contract specifications, market conditions, etc.

U.S. citizenship required (green card holders and permanent residents are not eligible). Applicants selected will be required to obtain / maintain a government security clearance.

Visionist, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities employer.