- Saalex
- Patuxent River, MD
- Full-Time
- 35 days ago
- $110,000–$125,000 / year
Journeyman Software Developer.
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Journeyman Software Developer: our view in 3 lines...
- The Role:This position supports mission-critical U.S. Department of Defense programs in a software development role.
- The Person:The person will design, develop, test, and maintain software, resolve defects, implement enhancements, gather requirements with cross-functional teams, and assist with version control, build pipelines, and deployment.
- Requirements:The ideal candidate has C++ development experience, Agile and SDLC knowledge, and experience with debugging and testing, with desired familiarity in CI/CD, Docker, Jenkins, Python, Java, JavaScript, AWS, React, Flask, and Spring Boot.
About the role
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

