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Journeyman Software Developer

$110k to $125k

Patuxent River, Maryland, United StatesFull-timePosted Sep 30, 2026

Against the United States typical range

Job description

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company, is seeking a Journeyman Software Developer in Patuxent River, MD. The Journeyman Software Developer will support mission-critical DoD programs through the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software solutions. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in computer science, hands-on development experience, and familiarity with Agile methodologies to contribute to secure, scalable applications in a collaborative environment.

Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $110k-$125k annually (depending upon experience) Work Location: Onsite at Patuxent River, MD.

Essential Functions

Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications using modern programming practices Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in C++ and other object-oriented languages Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects to ensure system reliability and performance Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and implement technical solutions Support system enhancements by adding new features and optimizing existing functionality Contribute to software testing efforts, including unit testing and integration testing Assist with version control, build pipelines, and deployment activities Requirements Required: Experience developing in C++.

Experience working in an Agile environment (Scrum or similar). Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC). Experience with debugging, testing, and maintaining applications. Desired: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, or Jenkins. Knowledge of JMPS/NOMS. Experience with Python, Java, or JavaScript.

Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS preferred). Experience with web development frameworks (React, Flask, Spring Boot).

Education

/ Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related Engineering field (required) and 3-10 years of relevant professional or internship experience in software development required. Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance required.

Requirements

to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Benefits

Employer Paid Health Care Plans for Employees & Family Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Wellness Resources Stock Option Benefit

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