Associate Software Engineer

Job Description

Ultra Mission Solutions is hiring early-career Software Engineers to join the Mission Software team under the mentorship of one of our Solutions Architects, supporting high-demand programs and mission application development. This is a pipeline role designed to develop the next generation of Solutions Architects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM discipline (or equivalent experience)
• 0–3 years of software engineering experience (recent graduates encouraged to apply)
• Solid foundation in software development fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, version control)
• Curiosity, ambition, and a strong drive to learn
• Must be able to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance; active clearance preferred
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret or Top Secret security clearance
• Exposure to AI/ML tooling and modern development workflows
• Familiarity with Python, C++, Go, or similar languages
• Interest in edge compute, mission systems, or rugged platforms
• Aspiration to grow into a Solutions Architect role

Benefits

• Annual Bonus – Performance Related
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) package plus 11 company holidays
• Early finish on Friday
• 401K w/ company match
• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
• Student Loan Assistance Program
• Array of voluntary benefit offerings

About the Role

This role offers a clear growth path toward a Solutions Architect track, with opportunities to work directly with a senior Solutions Architect and leverage modern AI tools to enhance the team’s impact and accelerate delivery for high-demand programs.