Associate Software Developer - Full Stack - Java - Hybrid - 4 days - Arlington, Virginia

About the role

As an Associate Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development, enhancement, and maintenance of modern web applications using Java-based microservices. Working as part of an agile engineering team, you will build user-facing features, develop backend services, and collaborate with senior engineers to deliver high-quality digital solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Angular-based web applications.
• Build and enhance Java Spring Boot microservices and RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, architects, and product teams to implement business requirements.
• Develop responsive and accessible user interfaces using Angular, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Consume and integrate REST APIs into frontend applications.
• Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve code quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application defects, bugs, and performance issues.
• Write unit tests and support automated testing efforts.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment activities.
• Follow established engineering standards, security guidelines, and development best practices.
• Continuously learn new technologies and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in software engineering, full stack application development, or a related experience.
• Proficiency in Java development and object-oriented programming concepts.
• Hands-on experience building backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful APIs.
• Experience developing modern web applications using frontend technologies such as React, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Experience integrating frontend applications with REST APIs and backend services.
• Understanding of software development best practices including code reviews, testing, debugging, and version control.
• Familiarity with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Experience or academic exposure to AI-assisted software development, including working with AI coding tools, APIs, or machine learning-based applications.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with a desire to learn new technologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Angular experience is a plus, including building components, services, and responsive user interfaces using TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.

Benefits

Salary Range: $116,000 - $120,000
Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Flexibility to support work-life balance.
Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family.
Generous paid leave and holidays.
Wellness program and employee assistance.