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Junior Software Engineer

Full time Data Engineering Machine Learning Business Intelligence Software Engineering Data Warehouse

Job Description

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.

Job Description

YOUR IMPACT

Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of War's mission to keep our country safe and secure.

OUR COMPANY

Iron EagleX (IEX), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), delivers agile IT and intelligence solutions. Combining small-team flexibility with global scale, IEX leverages emerging technologies to provide innovative, user-focused solutions that empower organizations and end users to operate smarter, faster, and more securely in dynamic environments.

JOB DESCRIPTION

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

A Software Engineer-Junior assists in designing and maintaining software solutions, focusing on Python, front-end development, and backend support. They collaborate with senior developers, learn secure coding practices, and support development tasks across the software lifecycle. This position will support future Defense & Intelligence Programs across OCONUS locations in Stuttgart, Germany and CONUS location at Tampa, FL. This role has anticipated start date of late May 2026.

JOB DUTIES (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO)

  • Develop and maintain applications using JavaScript/TypeScript React or Python.
  • Create front-end interfaces using React (MUI) or Streamlit.
  • Develop custom API endpoints using Flask or FastAPI.
  • Use SQL Alchemy to interact with Postgres databases.
  • Follow GitLab version control workflows for documentation and tracking.
  • Assist with software testing to maintain 80% code coverage.
  • Support cybersecurity evaluations using tools like SonarQube or Trivy.
  • Collaborate with senior developers on system enhancements and troubleshooting.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

  • Proficient in JavaScript / TypeScript React or Python.
  • Proficient in Flask or FastAPI.
  • Proficient with Git.
  • Proficient with SQL Alchemy.
  • Proficient in JavaScript / TypeScript React and Python.
  • Proficient leveraging pre-built React components using MUI.
  • Familiarity working with CI/CD pipelines.
  • Familiarity with Platform One (P1).
  • Familiarity with Docker.
  • Familiarity with AWS.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

  • Clearance: Active TS-SCI Clearance is required.
  • Experience: 0-3 years of related software development experience.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.
  • Certifications: None required; technical certifications a plus.
  • Role requirements: On-site 5 days
  • Due to US Government Contract Requirements, only US Citizens are eligible for this role

IEX/GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At IEX/GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at IEX/GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results. #iexjobs

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Work Requirements

Years of Experience
1+ years of related experience
  • may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
Certification
Travel Required
Less than 10%
Citizenship
US Citizenship Required

Salary and benefits information

The likely salary range for this position is $96,569 - $130,651. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Total compensation for international positions varies by tax, social security, and immigration statuses, as well as location. Generally, an international assignment may include allowances, premium uplifts, and/or relocation or transportation benefits, above base salary range noted.
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About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the US government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
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General Dynamics Information Technology
About General Dynamics Information Technology
GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers solutions, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. GDIT is part of General Dynamics, a global aerospace and defense company. We have shared our clients’ sense of purpose for over half a century and have a unique understanding of their missions, complex environments, and a rapidly changing world. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
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