POSITION IS 100% ONSITE DAILY IN NORCO, CA
Job Summary
VSolvit is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Software Developer (C++) to join our team supporting the development and maintenance of mission-critical analysis applications for the U.S. Navy. This position is ideal for an early-career software developer who is eager to expand their technical skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and work alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative environment.
The selected candidate will work within an Agile SAFe environment and participate in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of desktop-based software applications. This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with modern software development practices while contributing to the modernization and sustainment of critical defense systems.
Successful candidates will possess a solid foundation in software development principles, strong problem-solving abilities, and a willingness to learn new technologies and processes. Candidates with internship experience, academic projects, personal software projects, or professional development experience are encouraged to apply.
As with any position, additional expectations exist. These include adhering to established work schedules, meeting project deadlines, complying with company policies and procedures, communicating effectively with supervisors and team members, maintaining focus on assigned objectives, and performing other duties as assigned.
Collaborate with Agile Scrum teams to develop, test, and maintain desktop software applications
Develop software solutions using C++ under the guidance of senior developers and technical leads
Participate in software design, implementation, debugging, and testing activities
Apply object-oriented programming principles and software engineering best practices
Assist in troubleshooting software defects and performance issues
Support the enhancement and modernization of existing desktop applications
Participate in code reviews and technical discussions
Develop and maintain technical documentation as required
Work closely with software engineers, systems engineers, testers, and government stakeholders
Participate in sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and other Agile ceremonies
Support software integration, deployment, and sustainment activities
0–4 years of software development experience, including professional, internship, academic, military, or personal project experience
Proficiency in C++ with a focus on desktop application development
Experience developing, maintaining, or enhancing desktop applications using C++
Understanding of object-oriented programming principles
Familiarity with multi-threading, concurrency, or asynchronous programming concepts
Familiarity with Git source control, including committing, branching, merging, and pull request workflows
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a team environment
US Citizenship is required
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Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher (or the ability to obtain one)
CompTIA Security+ Certification required
If applicable: If you are or have been recently employed by the U.S. Government, a post-employment ethics letter will be required if employment with VSolvit is offered
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Experience with Agile methodologies such as Scrum or SAFe
Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence
Experience with desktop application development
Familiarity with CMake for configuring, building, and managing C++ projects
Familiarity with modern C++ standards (C++11/14/17/20)
Familiarity with Python scripting and automation
GIS (Geographic Information Systems) experience is a plus
Experience supporting government, defense, or regulated environments is a plus
Active Top Secret Clearance is a plus
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred
Equivalent combination of education, certifications, and relevant experience may be considered
CompTIA Security+ Certification required
This position is intended for an early-career software developer who is looking to build a strong foundation in software engineering while supporting mission-critical defense applications. VSolvit values curiosity, initiative, problem-solving ability, and a willingness to learn. Candidates who demonstrate strong technical aptitude and the ability to grow within a collaborative team environment are encouraged to apply.
Company Summary
Join the VSolvit Team! Founded in 2006, VSolvit (pronounced 'We Solve It') is a technology services provider that specializes in cybersecurity, cloud computing, geographic information systems (GIS), business intelligence (BI) systems, data warehousing, engineering services, and custom database and application development. VSolvit is an award winning WOSB, CA CDB, MBE, WBE, and CMMI Level 3 certified company. We offer a customizable health benefits program that best meets the needs of its employees. Offering may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, long and short-term disability and other insurance products, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 401K Retirement Plan options, Tuition Reimbursement, and assorted voluntary benefits. Our goal is to grow together and enjoy the work that we do as a team.
VSolvit LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
