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MITRE · 2 days ago

Entry Level - Associate Software Developer

Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$79K/yr - $119K/yr

0+ years exp

MITRE is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to tackling the nation's toughest challenges. As an Associate Software Developer, you will develop software systems that contribute to solving critical problems while working in a collaborative environment and receiving mentorship from experienced engineers.

Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyNon ProfitQuantum ComputingSaaS

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develops wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to effectively communicate design ideas

Mission-based software engineering and deployment

Qualification

Modern programming languagesDevSecOps principlesFull-Stack DevelopmentCloud EngineeringMachine LearningUser-centered designSoftware development toolsAgile methodologiesDatabase technologiesSoftware design patternsInterpersonal skillsVerbal communicationWritten communication

Required

Requires less than 1 year of related experience with a related Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent combination of related education and work experience

Must be a US citizen able to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance

Hands-on skills in at least one and ideally multiple modern programming languages (e.g., Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, C/C++, C#, Python, Go, or Rust)

Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and practices (desirable also includes exposure to Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Infrastructure-as-Code, Automation for Security and Testing, etc.)

Demonstrated ability and desire to quickly learn and apply new technologies

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues

High level desire to help our nation solve its most critical challenges

Exposure to software development tools and frameworks, including source control management tools (e.g., Git)

Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, D3, and modern JavaScript Frameworks such as Angular, Vue, React, and/or similar libraries

Proficiency in utilizing wireframe design software

Requires a minimum of 50% hybrid onsite

Preferred

Preference given to candidates who have completed an advanced degree in a technical discipline (including but not limited to Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, etc.)

Preference given to qualified candidates with active clearance

Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies

Familiarity with Cloud Services Providers (AWS, Azure, Google, etc.)

Knowledge of software design patterns

Knowledge of database technologies, including relational or NoSQL

Knowledge of Generative Pretrained and Large Language Models and use in the Software Development Lifecycle

Knowledge of user-centric engineering tools and techniques and a passion for developing user-centric systems that contribute to mission success

Strong interpersonal skills, coupled with excellent verbal and written communication abilities

Entrepreneurial and innovative spirit and the curiosity to explore and push the boundaries of software development and software solutions

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Exceptional professional development opportunities for career growth

Company

MITRE

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The MITRE Corporation is working to solve some of the nation’s biggest challenges in defense, cybersecurity, healthcare, homeland security, the judiciary and transportation.

Founded in 1958

Bedford, Massachusetts, USA

5001-10000 employees