Junior Software Engineer at GRVTY

<p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What Impact You'll Have</strong></p> <p>We are seeking an enthusiastic <strong>Junior Software Engineer</strong> with 2+ years of experience to join our multi-team agile engineering program. In this role, you will work alongside senior engineers to develop, test, and maintain backend services, data workflows, and system interfaces supporting mission-critical capabilities.</p> <p>This is a hands-on technical role ideal for a software engineer with strong foundational skills who is eager to expand their knowledge of modern backend systems, containerized cloud environments, and DevSecOps best practices.</p> <p><strong>What You'll be Owning</strong></p> <ul> <li>Develop and maintain backend services, scripts, and endpoints using Python, adhering to existing coding standards, architectural patterns, and guidelines.</li> <li>Assist in implementing data connectors, API endpoints, and messaging interfaces to facilitate reliable data flow between services.</li> <li>Write and maintain comprehensive unit and integration tests to validate code functionality, improve test coverage, and support continuous verification.</li> <li>Investigate, reproduce, and fix software defects identified in test or development environments under the guidance of senior team members.</li> <li>Package code into Docker containers and assist in deploying applications to Kubernetes test clusters using existing Helm charts and CI/CD pipelines.</li> <li>Engage actively in agile ceremonies—including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and code reviews—receiving and applying constructive feedback from peers.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What You Must Have</strong></p> <ul> <li>Active or current <strong>Top-Secret (TS)</strong> security clearance.</li> <li>Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related discipline) or equivalent practical experience.</li> <li>2+ years of professional software engineering experience developing backend applications or scripts.</li> <li>Solid foundational programming skills in <strong>Python</strong> (object-oriented programming, data structures, writing clean functions) and basic familiarity with <strong>Bash</strong> scripting for task automation.</li> <li>Working knowledge of relational databases—specifically querying, joining, and updating tables in <strong>PostgreSQL</strong>—and conceptual familiarity with <strong>Redis</strong> or in-memory caching.</li> <li>Basic experience writing and building <strong>Dockerfiles</strong> and running containerized services locally; familiarity with the basics of <strong>Kubernetes</strong>.</li> <li>Practical experience using <strong>Git</strong> (branching, merging, resolving basic merge conflicts, submitting pull requests) and running automated tests within CI/CD workflows.</li> <li>Strong problem-solving mindset, curiosity to understand underlying systems, and a proactive attitude toward learning and receiving peer feedback.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What Would be Nice to Have</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Active or current</strong> <strong>Top-Secret clearance with SCI access and polygraph </strong>(TS/SCI with poly).</li> <li><strong>Privileged User eligibility</strong> (CompTIA Security+ certification, DoD 8570 IAT Level II, or equivalent).</li> <li>Exposure to deploying or debugging applications using <strong>Helm</strong> on Kubernetes.</li> <li>Familiarity with RESTful API principles or lightweight backend frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, Flask).</li> <li>Basic exposure to message brokers or pub/sub concepts (e.g., Redis pub/sub, RabbitMQ).</li> <li>Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins) and automated linting/security scans.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Pay Range:&nbsp;</strong>At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.<br>We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.<br>Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.</p> <ul> <li>The pay range for this position is: $100,000 - $160,000</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p></p> <p><strong>Pay Range:&nbsp;</strong>At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.<br>We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.<br>Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.</p> <p></p></div><div class="title">Colorado Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$100,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$160,000 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p></p> <p><strong>Pay Range: </strong>At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.<br>We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.<br>Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p></p></div><div class="title">Virginia Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$100,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$160,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p id="isPasted"><strong>Why Choose GRVTY</strong></p> <hr> <p>The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.</p> <p>We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.</p> <p>At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision &nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Health Savings Account with company contribution &nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays &nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Paid Parental Leave &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;401k with generous company match &nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Training and Development Opportunities &nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Award Programs &nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Variety of Company Sponsored Events</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>EEO Statement</strong></p> <hr> <p>GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.&nbsp;</p> <p>Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank">[email protected]</a> or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. </p> <p><a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf" target="_blank">Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov)</a> &nbsp;</p> <p>Please review our current job openings and apply for the positions you believe may be a fit. If you are not an immediate fit, we will also keep your resume in our database for future opportunities.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div>