Jr. Software Engineer

As a Jr. Software Engineer, you are in an entry-level position in the field of software engineering. In this role you will work closely with senior engineers and contribute to the development of software solutions. Your primary focus is on learning and applying software development principles to create functional and high-quality software components.

Security Clearance Required

• Due to federal contract requirements, applicants must be U.S. persons and eligible for a U/S. security clearance
• Candidates in the following metro areas are highly preferred: Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, San Diego, Detroit, Dayton (Ohio), Washington DC, Denver, and Huntsville (Alabama). 

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with team members to understand functional and non-functional requirements for new software or applications.
• Assist in the development of high-level product specifications and contribute to system integration considerations.
• Support the development of both front-end and/or back-end software components.
• Participate in the creation and/or review of designs for software and user interfaces.
• Learn and follow coding standards and best practices.
• Contribute to code reviews.
• Manages local software development environment (SDE). 
• Updates and maintains documentation of local SDE.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to project planning.

YOUR EXPERIENCE

• U.S. Citizenship required to support U.S. Government Defense contracts. 
• Ability to obtain and maintain US DoD Security Clearance
• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related highly desired.
• Proficiency in software development concepts and coding.
• Desire to expand software development skills.
• Competent teamwork and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to author original code rather than maintain existing code

YOUR BENEFITS:

• Flexible Work environment, as we are a mostly remote company
• Generous 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Competitive salary commensurate with education, background, and experience
• Health, Vision, Dental, Short and Long-term insurance benefits

$64,000 - $68,000 a year

Notice:

Don’t meet every single requirement?  That’s ok!

At MTI, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

MTI is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. All selected candidates will be required to submit to a pre-employment background check.

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