Software developer jobs in Springfield, VA and nearby

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

Counted Oct 30, 2026

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Open jobs: 530
Employers: 201

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / year: $118,885Across 72 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 2%9 listings
On-site: 20%108 listings

Not specified: 78% (413 listings)

Employers hiring include CACI International (22), LEIDOS, INC. (21), CACI, INC.-FEDERAL (20).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Software developer jobs in Springfield, VA and nearby

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Added 15 days ago
Software Developer TS/SCI FSPG Chantilly
Tesla Laboratories. Inc.
Chantilly, VA
We are seeking a full stack developer supporting a backend development team focused on middleware and backend services.
Added 15 days ago
Software Developer/Engineer
Avalore, LLC
Arlington, VA
The Software Developer/Engineer will perform hands-on software development and integration for the WDP System's software components, including infrastructure, data tools, and user…
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Senior Application Programmer
Credence
McLean, VA
- $130,000 to $150,000 USD / year
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Lead Application Developer - SME
Essnova Solutions, Inc.
Suitland, MD
Added 15 days ago
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Senior Software Developer - Forward Deployed Model
Idea Entity
Herndon, VA
- $110,000 to $170,000 USD / year
Added 16 days ago
Software Developer
BDR Solutions LLC
Falls Church, VA
Added 16 days ago
Full Stack Software Developer Technical Lead
LEIDOS, INC.
Ashburn, VA
The Homeland Sector within Leidos is seeking a Full Stack Software Developer Team Technical Lead, with strong systems, software, cloud, and Agile experience to support a complex program to…
Added 16 days ago
Software Developer - Level III
ATTAINX INC
Arlington, VA
Added 16 days ago
Lead Software Developer
Open Text Inc.
Gaithersburg, MD
Added 16 days ago
Software Developer
CACI
Springfield, VA
The T3 Software Developer is responsible for applying engineering principles and knowledge of programming languages to build software solutions for NSG/ASG end users. This position requires…
Added 16 days ago
Senior Principal Software Developer
CACI
Springfield, VA
Job Title: Senior Principal Software Developer
Added 16 days ago
Full Stack Software Developer - TOR
CACI
Fairfax, VA
Job Title: Full Stack Software Developer - TOR
Added 16 days ago
UI Software Developer
CACI
Chantilly, VA
CACI is seeking a front-end Software Developer with agile methodology experience to augment a team of developers, in support of the development of an application in high paced,…
Added 16 days ago
Software Developer
CACI
Chantilly, VA
CACI is seeking a Software Developer with agile methodology experience to augment a team of developers, in support of the development of an application in high paced, technologically…
Added 16 days ago
Senior Software Developer
CACI
Chantilly, VA
CACI is seeking a highly motivated, self-directed professional to fill a Software Developer role in Chantilly, VA, to support the customer’s modernization effort. The successful candidate…
Added 16 days ago
Full Stack Software Developer with C#/.NET Expertise
CACI
Mclean, VA · Chantilly, VA · McLean, VA
Job Title: Full Stack Software Developer with C#/.NET Expertise
Added 16 days ago
Software Developer
CACI
Chantilly, VA
CACI is seeking a Software Developer with agile methodology experience to augment a team of developers in Chantilly, VA, in support of the development of an application in high paced,…
Added 16 days ago
Front End Software Developer-TS/SCI with Poly
CACI
Sterling, VA
Job Title: Front End Software Developer-TS/SCI with Poly
Added 16 days ago
Software Developer, Senior
BAE Systems
Herndon, VA
Added 17 days ago
Modeling and Simulations Software Developer
BAE Systems
Rockville, MD
Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a Modeling and Simulations (M&S) Software Developer to support our government customer in a mission critical role related to modeling and simulations.…
Added 17 days ago
Expert level Full Stack Application Developer
BAE Systems
Sterling, VA
Job Description BAE Systems is seeking an Applications Developer (Expert) to design, develop, deploy, and maintain enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, and AngularJS. The ideal…
Added 17 days ago
Software Developer- SME
Govcio LLC
Quantico, VA
GovCIO is currently hiring for a Software Developer-SME to design, code, test, and maintain software applications and systems in support of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS).…
Added 17 days ago
Senior Application Developer
Govcio LLC
Fairfax, VA
GovCIO is currently hiring a highly skilled Senior Application Developer with an active Secret clearance to design, build, and modify application software using programming languages such…
Added 17 days ago
Senior Application Developer
Govcio LLC
Fairfax, VA
GovCIO is currently hiring a highly skilled Senior Application Developer with an active Secret clearance to design, build, and modify application software using programming languages such…
Added 17 days ago
Software Developer
Noblis
Washington, DC
The Software Developer provides technical programming, automation, and data management support to the NAVSEA PMS 339 Surface Training Systems Program Office.

Idea Entity

Senior Software Developer - Forward Deployed Model

Herndon, VA, United States

$110,000 to $170,000 USD / year

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Job details

Pay: $110,000 to $170,000 USD / year
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 8, 2026

Original job description

Title: Senior Software Developer Department: Software Development Location: Herndon, VA (Hybrid) Compensation: $110,000–$170,000 annually About Idea Entity At Idea Entity, we transform customer pain points into insightful, scalable, agent-powered workflows built with empathy, clarity, and speed. Our work bridges strategy and execution, helping organizations simplify complex processes and make smarter, faster decisions. We take pride in being a partner our clients can trust, delivering meaningful outcomes through innovation, collaboration, and accountability. Every project we take on is driven by the shared goal of creating lasting impact for our customers and their businesses. Role Summary We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Developer to design, build, test, deploy, and support scalable software solutions that solve complex customer problems. This role is designed for an engineer who thrives in a small delivery pod, takes broad ownership, and works effectively across traditional role boundaries. The engineer will work closely with product/project team members, QA, other engineers, and customers or end users as needed to understand operational challenges, shape practical solutions, and drive them from concept through production. We are looking for a strong, versatile engineer with an AI-first mindset who can work independently, collaborate effectively, and use AI throughout the SDLC to improve speed, quality, analysis, testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Architect, design, develop, test, deploy, and support high-quality software solutions with appropriate availability, reliability, security, performance, and maintainability.
Use AI-assisted development tools and techniques throughout the SDLC, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, code review, troubleshooting, documentation, and delivery.
Work directly with customers and end users to discover operational challenges, clarify requirements, identify root problems, and translate those needs into practical technical solutions.
Work as part of a small multidisciplinary pod and take end-to-end ownership of assigned capabilities from problem definition and prototyping through implementation, deployment, adoption, and iterative improvement.
Rapidly prototype, develop, and iterate portals, dashboards, workflows, APIs, integrations, AI-enabled capabilities, and other application functionality based on real customer feedback and operational needs.
Perform and lead code and design reviews, maintaining strong engineering practices, code integrity, security, and quality standards.
Collaborate across the full software lifecycle, including requirements definition, architecture, development, automated testing, deployment, maintenance, and production support.
Take end-to-end ownership of ambiguous technical and operational problems, independently driving them from investigation and solution design through implementation and resolution while communicating tradeoffs and recommendations clearly.
Manage development priorities, deadlines, and deliverables across assigned projects while taking ownership for successful completion.
Work alongside customers during implementation, deployment, adoption, and optimization, gathering feedback and rapidly adjusting the solution as operational needs evolve.
Mentor and support other developers and contribute to reusable development patterns, consistent engineering standards, and improved team practices.
Evaluate emerging technologies, AI capabilities, frameworks, and engineering approaches and apply them where they improve customer outcomes, engineering quality, or delivery efficiency.
Other tasks assigned based on business needs.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, information technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
Five (5)+ years of professional software development experience covering design, development, testing, deployment, release, maintenance, and production support.
Strong software engineering fundamentals, including object-oriented design, scalable application architecture, database design, code quality, security, testing, and data protection.
Active CompTIA Security+ certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
Demonstrated hands-on experience using AI-assisted software-development tools for substantive engineering work, not just general-purpose chat or simple code completion.
Proficiency with relevant web-development technologies and frameworks, including JavaScript/TypeScript, React, HTML/CSS, REST APIs, and version-control/development tools such as Git and Azure DevOps.
Experience with cloud and application technologies such as Azure or AWS, ASP.NET Core, SQL/PostgreSQL, or comparable modern platforms.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a small team, take broad ownership, navigate ambiguous or evolving requirements, work directly with customers and end users, and communicate technical solutions and tradeoffs clearly.
Experience taking solutions from customer discovery through design, rapid prototyping, development, testing, deployment, and iterative improvement as part of a multidisciplinary delivery team.
Department of War, U.S. Air Force, ACC, aircraft maintenance, maintenance operations, or related mission experience preferred, along with experience supporting applications in government or operational customer environments.
Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Interest and ability to learn new technologies, frameworks, and coding languages as needed.

Core Values Alignment We are looking for someone who aligns with our core values and who:

Acts with Customer First mindset - empathizing and building trust through service.
Takes initiative and Gets Stuff Done without waiting for direction.
Demonstrates a Strive for Excellence approach in quality and delivery.
Is a Growth-Through-Learning thinker, always seeking to improve.
Communicates as a Team-First Communicator, fostering clarity and collaboration.

Why Join Us

Competitive Pay and Health Care Plans incl. Health Savings Account (HAS)/Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement Plan 401(k) with employer match
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal Days, and Federal Holidays)
Hybrid work environments
Opportunities for continuous growth and learning

Equal Employment Opportunity Idea Entity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, military status, ethnic or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Qualified individuals with disabilities and individuals with needs related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions may request reasonable accommodation during the application process or employment.

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Skills

Work independently
Troubleshooting
Documentation
Test automation
Computer science
Computer technology
Software development
Data protection
Security+
Software development tools
Web development
JavaScript
TypeScript
React
HTML
CSS
API development
Git
Microsoft Azure
DevOps
AWS
Microsoft ASP.NET
SQL
PostgreSQL
Communication skills
Presentation skills
Collaboration

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