POSITION: Journeyman Software Developer

WORK LOCATION: Dahlgren, VA

JOB CATEGORY: Information Technology

JOB TYPE: Full-Time

REQUISITION ID: EM42-003

CITIZENSHIP: United States Citizen

CLEARANCE TYPE:Top Secret/SCI

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Yes, Up to 10%

E&M Technologies, Inc. is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. E&M provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. 

E&M Technologies, Inc. is currently seeking a JourneymanSoftware Developer to join our team in Dahlgren, VA in support of the Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC). The Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC) provides timely and accurate engineering and scientific analysis to military commanders and government officials to advance the national security strategy of the United States. A functional component of the U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), JWAC uses information provided by the intelligence community to analyze and recommend solutions to some of the most complex problems faced by our military and civilian leaders. JWAC supports both crisis operations and contingency planning.  

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs implementation, regular problem solving, maintenance and support for agile software development to modernize systems.  
• Applies specific functional knowledge, working/general industry knowledge.  
• DevSecOps experience from an OS and Software Developmental perspective.   
• Develops or contributes to solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity.  
• Works independently with some guidance; may review or guide activities of more junior employees. 
• Concentrates on using both back-end and front-end languages to build complete solutions. 
• ?Area of Focus Skills - Software Engineer job family aligned skills plus: Python, Go, PowerShell, Bash, Git, .NET, C#,  Java, JavaScript, SQL, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Web Front End Development, Back-End Development, Client Side, Server-Side Development, Integration, API Development, UI UX, Angular JS, React.js,  Empower, AWS tools.  Knowledge of both Linux and Windows Administration a plus. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience working on software development teams 
• 1+ years of experience with scripting and/or programming, including Python, PowerShell, Bash, Go, C#, or Java 
• 1+ years of experience with version control systems 
• Experience with system automation via PowerShell, Ansible, or Bash 
• Experience with deploying applications and CI/CD tools, including GitLab 
• Experience with application containerization 
• Knowledge of programming fundamentals, concepts, and language mechanics 
• HS diploma or GED 
• Ability to obtain a DoD 8570 IAT II Certification, including Security+, within 30 days of start date 
• Must be a US Citizen 
• Must have and be able to maintain a Department of Defense (DOD) Security clearance at the appropriate level. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Containers, including Docker, Kubernetes, or Rancher 
• Experience with AWS or Azure Cloud 
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field 

To Apply for this Position:

You must have the Minimum Qualifications in your resume to be selected as a candidate.   

The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. E&M considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. 

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. 

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

E&M anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require E&M to shorten or extend the application window.

E&M is 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, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. E&M provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

As part of the federal government’s transition to the Trusted Workforce 2.0 Continuous Vetting framework, the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) is expanding enrollment in the FBI Rap Back program for cleared industry personnel beginning April 1, 2026.

Rap Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) is a service provided by the FBI that allows authorized agencies to receive notifications if there are updates to an individual’s criminal history record while they hold a security clearance. This supports continuous vetting of cleared personnel.

Per DCSA guidance, we are required to provide the following FBI privacy advisements to all cleared employees:

FBI Privacy Act Notice

https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/more-fbi-services-and-information/compact-council/privacy-act-statement

Noncriminal Justice Applicant’s Privacy Rights

https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/more-fbi-services-and-information/compact-council/guiding-principles-noncriminal-justice-applicants-privacy-rights