Associate Software Developer — Recent Graduates

About the role

Spatial Front, Inc., a two-time USA TODAY Top Workplaces awardee, a Washington Top Workplaces honoree, and an eight-time Inc. 5000 honoree, is seeking bright, curious, and highly motivated recent graduates and early-career professionals to join our growing technology team.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in structured technical training and hands-on development assignments
• Learn PeopleSoft, PeopleTools, PeopleCode, Application Engine, SQL, and related enterprise technologies
• Develop, test, troubleshoot, and maintain software applications and system components
• Assist with application enhancements, interfaces, reports, data conversions, and integrations
• Write clean, reliable, and well-documented code
• Investigate software defects and help identify root causes and solutions
• Work closely with senior developers, technical leads, analysts, testers, and other team members
• Participate in Agile planning, daily stand-ups, demonstrations, and retrospective meetings
• Create and maintain technical documentation
• Continuously learn new tools, technologies, and development practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, information technology, information systems, engineering, mathematics, data science, or a related technical field
• Recent graduate or early-career candidate with a strong interest in software development
• Basic programming experience gained through coursework, internships, research, personal projects, hackathons, or employment
• Understanding of fundamental programming concepts, databases, algorithms, or software-development principles
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Intellectual curiosity and the ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively within a team
• Dependable, self-motivated, and receptive to coaching and feedback
• Ability to work full-time onsite in Arlington, Virginia
• U.S. citizenship is required

Desired Skills

• Experience or coursework in one or more of the following areas is a plus: PeopleSoft, PeopleTools, PeopleCode, or other enterprise application platforms
• Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, C++, C#, or another programming language
• SQL, relational databases, data modeling, or data analysis
• Artificial intelligence, generative AI, or machine learning
• AWS or another cloud-computing platform
• Web applications, APIs, microservices, or system integrations
• Git, Azure DevOps, or other source-code and work-management tools
• Automated testing, DevOps, or continuous integration and deployment
• Agile, Scrum, or SAFe development environments

Why Start Your Career at SFI?

We provide structured onboarding, technical training, and ongoing mentoring. Internal technical workshops and brown-bag learning sessions are available. Tuition reimbursement for approved continuing education is offered. Opportunities to pursue technical and professional certifications are provided. Exposure to cloud, AI, enterprise applications, geospatial technology, cybersecurity, DevOps, and modern software engineering is available. Employees can take on greater responsibilities as skills and confidence grow. Internal mobility and long-term career-growth opportunities are also provided.

Compensation And Benefits

• The anticipated salary range for this position is $50,000 to $80,000 per year, depending on education, demonstrated technical ability, internships, relevant experience, and other qualifications.
• This is a full-time W-2 position with a comprehensive employee-benefits package, including:
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional training and development
• Monthly parking for employees working onsite
• Additional employee benefits and programs

About SFI

Spatial Front, Inc. is a rapidly growing technology company supporting important federal missions. SFI is a Scaled Agile Gold Partner, an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner, a ServiceNow Partner, and an Esri Partner. We are committed to innovation, continuous improvement, open collaboration, and lifelong learning. We provide employees with opportunities to develop new skills, work with modern technologies, and build meaningful long-term careers.

Additional Information

• Location: Arlington/Crystal City, Virginia
• Work Environment: Full-time, onsite position
• Employment Type: Full-time, W-2
• Salary Range: $50,000–$80,000
• 401K
• Relocation: Local candidates are preferred; candidates willing to relocate to the Arlington area are encouraged to apply
• Citizenship: U.S. citizenship is required
• PeopleSoft Experience: A plus but not required; training and mentoring will be provided
• No agencies, third parties, or Corp-to-Corp submissions
• SFI participates in E-Verify

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Join Us

We are hiring multiple developers and encourage high-potential recent graduates to apply, even if they do not meet every preferred qualification. If you are smart, motivated, eager to learn, and ready to work hard, we want to hear from you. Start your software-development career with a company that will train you, mentor you, challenge you, and give you the opportunity to grow.