Junior Software Engineer

Job Description ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TS/SCI POLYGRAPH LEVEL IS REQUIRED Deliver high-impact software solutions that power real-world analytics, complex algorithms, and large-scale data processing! In this role, you will design, maintain, and enhance complex software systems spanning processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm implementations, and massive dataset manipulation. You won't just write code—you’ll dive into system design, conduct hardware/software trade-off evaluations, optimize COTS/GOTS integrations, and ensure strict alignment with core operational requirements. Whether working independently or alongside an agile dev team, if you thrive on building resilient code, resolving complex software problem reports, and delivering mission-critical technology end-users love, you’ll fit right in with Team Nyla. The annual base salary range for this role is $104,000-$123,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. , Required Skills Software Development Expertise: Proven proficiency in modern object-oriented or functional programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python, or Go).System Architecture & Trade-offs: Practical experience evaluating software reuse, system trade-offs, and integrating COTS/GOTS products into technical architectures.Large-Scale Data Handling: Experience writing performant code designed to process, manipulate, or query complex or large-scale datasets.Software Testing & Debugging: Strong background reviewing, testing, and debugging complex software components, with a proven ability to resolve software problem reports. Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline OR High School Diploma / GED, PLUS 4+ years of hands-on software engineering experience in lieu of a degree. , Desired Skills Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with modern Agile software development practices, continuous integration, and version control systems (Git).Real-time & Distributed Systems: Experience engineering low-latency, real-time processing systems or distributed cloud computing frameworks.Algorithm Optimization: Background refining novel algorithms or tuning system memory and CPU utilization for heavy analytical workloads.Containerization & Deployment: Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and automated deployment pipelines (CI/CD). , About Nyla Technology Solutions Nyla Technology Solutions delivers exceptional Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and Software Engineering services for the U.S. Government. Nyla embraces a forward-thinking and bold approach at every turn, earning us a solid reputation of technical trendsetters within the industry. We have a passion for developing solutions that have a quick and immediate impact on mission. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, our customers love how we tackle their most challenging problems and get things done. If you have the unique experience and expertise we are seeking, along with the desire and determination to invest your time and energy as a part of Nyla’s team, Taking Care of All of You Nyla provides a top-of-market compensation and benefits package. And through our unique Nyla FLEX program, we custom tailor these benefits to best fit your lifestyle. The Nyla FLEX benefit program is designed to offer you flexibility in the 3 biggest areas of your life: your pay, your leave, and your schedule. PAY - Nyla starts with 4 weeks of Annual Leave plus 11 holidays and an additional day of Annual Leave for each year you’re at the company. You have the flexibility to cash out your annual leave hours, opt out of other Nyla benefits, and/or arrange for additional hours on contract* (over 40 hrs/week). There’s even an option to earn 1.3 times your hourly rate once you work over 1880 hours on contract! LEAVE - Want to spend more time with the family? Want more time to travel the world? You can BUY additional annual leave for a total of 6 weeks of annual leave. That’s up to 240 hours of leave plus 11 holidays! That’s not even including paid anniversary leave! SCHEDULE - Does the traditional 40-hour workweek no longer fit your lifestyle? With Nyla FLEX, you have the freedom to scale down to 30-32 hours while still enjoying the top-notch Nyla benefits you know and love. It's flexibility that works for you without compromising the perks! WHAT ABOUT OTHER BENEFITS? Nyla’s health care (medical, dental, and vision) is 100% covered by the company. We provide 10% 401k matching - with full vesting day 1! Our Professional Development offers $5,000 per year to be used towards fees, tuition, or time off for your continued growth. We even have a student loan repayment program and we provide 8 hours of volunteering annually so you can support your community, making your world a better place. To learn more about Nyla's culture and our exceptional benefit packages click here. Nyla is an equal opportunity employer.