Software developer jobs in Olney, MD and nearby (532 jobs)

Software developer jobs within 25 miles of Olney, MD. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Nov 8, 2026

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Open jobs: 532
Employers: 204

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / year: $126,204Across 70 listings

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Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 1%7 listings
On-site: 16%84 listings

Not specified: 83% (441 listings)

Employers hiring include Leidos (22), Booz Allen Hamilton_United States (20), Steampunk (16).

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Application Developer
Business Integra
Lanham, MD
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Software Developer
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
Laurel, MD
- $100,000 USD / year
We are seeking a Software Developer to help us build innovative technology applications for the next
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Principal Software Developer
STC
SILVER SPRING, MD
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Junior Software Developer (Current TS/SCI + Poly)
Aperio Global
Fort Meade, MD
…excellence. From cyber operations and AI platforms to cloud-native software…
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Software Developer SME (Systems Software) (TS/SCI with Poly Required)
GCI
McLean, VA
…critical mission requirements in the areas of Data Analytics and Software Development, Engineering, Targeting and Analysis, Operations, Training, and Cyber Operations. We maximize…
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Software Developer, Expert
Navstar Inc.
Reston, VA
- $180,000 to $230,000 USD / year
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Software Developer – Entry Level (Top Secret Clearance Required)
CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.
Fairfax, VA
As an Entry Level Software Developer, you’ll work with cross functional teams to design, bui
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Lead Application Developer
CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.
Fairfax, VA
Join us as a Lead Application Developer and help shape the design and delivery of mission critical software solutions. In this role, you'll provide hands on technical leadership across…
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Senior Software Developer, Applications
CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.
Arlington, VA
CGI Federal is seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer to lead the design and development of complex software applications. This role is ideal for seasoned developers who are ready…
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Senior Software Developer
CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.
Arlington, VA
CGI Federal is seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer to lead the design and development of complex software applications. This role is ideal for seasoned developers who are ready…
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Lead Application Developer
CGI
Fairfax, VA
Join us as a Lead Application Developer and help shape the design and delivery of mission critical software solutions. In this role, you'll provide hands on technical leadership across…
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Lead Software Developer - Java
LEIDOS, INC.
Ashburn, VA
Leidos is seeking Lead Software Developers to join the Air Traffic Business Area within the Homeland Sector, supporting the development of next-generation flight service and air traffic…
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Jr. PLM Application Developer
BAE Systems
Rockville, MD
BAE Systems is seeking PLM Application Developer to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy weapon system. The primary responsibility of this position is to…
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Software Developer Intern
Leidos
Annapolis Junction, MD
Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Software Developer Intern (starting in summer 2027) in our Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) . Our talented team is at…
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Software Developer
Booz Allen Hamilton_United States
Alexandria, VA
As a software sustainment engineer, you play a pivotal role in an application’s functional life. From troubleshooting to fixing bugs, you use your operations and maintenance skills to…
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Application Developer
Reflexive Concepts
Hanover, MD
Reflexive Concepts is seeking an Application Developer to join our team!
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Software Developer III
Na Ali'i Consulting & Sales, LLC.
Arlington, VA
Nakupuna Companies is seeking a Peoplesoft developer with military personnel/pay experience. This role is a Software Developer III and will join the software development team supporting the…
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PLM Application Developer
Actalent
Rockville, MD
Job Title: PLM Application DeveloperJob DescriptionThe PLM Application Developer supports a highprofile U.S. Navy weapon system as part of a development, deployment, and sustainment team…
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Software Developer
CACI International
Bethesda, MD
CACI is seeking a highly motivated and independent Software Developer to take sole responsibility for maintaining and supporting a critical application within the Intelligence Community…
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Cloud Application Developer
Cognizant
Washington, DC
- $83,250 to $130,000 USD / year
We are seeking an experienced Cloud Application Developer to support the modernization of enterprise applications and the migration of Microsoft Power Platform solutions to Azure…
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Front End Software Developer
CACI International
Sterling, VA
CACI is seeking an experienced Front End Software Developer to join a multidisciplined team to work on delivering the next generation of mission management systems. The ideal candidate will…
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Senior Software Developer - Scrum Master
Leidos
Gaithersburg, MD
Leidos is seeking a Senior Software Developer - Scrum Master to join the Air Traffic Business Area within the Homeland Sector, supporting the development of the Leidos Common Automation…
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Software Developer
CACI
Bethesda, MD
CACI is seeking a highly motivated and independent Software Developer to take sole responsibility for maintaining and supporting a critical application within the Intelligence Community…
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Software Developer
CACI, INC.-FEDERAL
Bethesda, MD
CACI is seeking a highly motivated and independent Software Developer to take sole responsibility for maintaining and supporting a critical application within the Intelligence Community…
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Cleared AWS Application Developer (Full Stack)
Virtual Service Operations
Herndon, VA
- $165,000 to $220,000 USD / year
Virtual Service Operations (VSO) is seeking an experienced AWS Application Developer (Full Stack) to join a highly skilled team delivering advanced cloud engineering capabilities for a…

General Atomics

Software Developer VII

Herndon, VA, United States

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Job details

Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 28, 2026

Original job description

58447BR

Job Summary:

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Software Developer to join our CSS group located in Herndon, VA. The CSS group provides innovative, cutting-edge, security solutions for the United States Government. Our employees provide a multi-disciplinary, sometimes non-traditional, approach to generate innovative solutions to incredibly challenging technical problems in the national security arena. Our areas of expertise are in spacecraft payload and system development (especially in the confines of implementing very large amounts of functionality in extremely small, power-constrained environments); unique system development; ground control and operational software development; embedded software development; and unique cyber capabilities. Key customers include the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Significant focus on developing embedded software code for spacecraft bus avionics, spacecraft payloads, and ground support equipment. Includes development of special utilities for support development on deeply embedded systems.
Evaluates the integration of the engineering solution within the overall engineering environment; and ensures that appropriate documentation, testing, maintenance, and engineering updates completed.
Communicates with engineering professionals, solution users, and management throughout the solution development cycle, represents the company as a prime technical contact on contracts and/or projects, interacts with senior external personnel on technical matters requiring coordination between the organizations, and participates in the development of new or expansion of existing business.
Determines technical objectives for solution(s) to advanced technical engineering problems.
May function in an advisory or leadership role for a project/program and provide direction and guidance to less experienced professional staff or team of professional staff.
Plans and coordinates the maintenance of engineering solutions including documentation, reporting, publishing, and making technical and other presentations to ensure viability of the solution(s) in an evolving environment.
Plans for future applications of solutions based on new developments in engineering technology.
Participates in or may lead the development of new or expansion of existing business opportunities.
Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Note that this position will be on a 9x80 work schedule with every other Friday off.

Job Qualifications:

Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in computer science, information systems or related discipline and progressive software development experience as follows; fifteen or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, thirteen or more years of experience with a masters degree, or ten or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
Demonstrates a detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals; the capability of representing the organization as a prime technical contact; and the ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.
High proficiency in C programming language (and/or C++) is required.
Extensive experience with software development in the Linux environment (command line, GCC, Makefiles, shell scripting, etc.)
Embedded development experience including cross-compiling to separate targets, and testing/development on highly-embedded systems.
Expertise in all aspects of the satellite system design life cycle, including spacecraft level environmental testing, launch, and operations is desired.
Experience with image processing (filtering, thresholding, calculating statistics, other opencv library functions) is desired.
Must be customer focused and able to work on a self- initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
US Citizenship is required as is the ability to maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.

Job Category:

Engineering

Experience Level:

Senior (8+ years)

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low:

143,500

Pay Range High:

251,125

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

Yes

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Clearance Level:

Top Secret (SCI access eligible)

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.

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EMS
CSS
Software development
Embedded systems
Documentation
Reporting
Presentation skills
Confidentiality
Computer science
Engineering principles
Leadership
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
C
C++
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