Full-Time

Junior Software Engineer

Updated on 9/3/2026

Freedom Technology Solutions Group

Freedom Technology Solutions Group

51-200 employees

Software engineering and geospatial IT solutions

Compensation Overview

$110k - $155k/yr

+ Referral bonuses + 401(k) match

No H1B Sponsorship

Annapolis Junction, MD, USA

In Person

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's

Category
Software Engineering (1)
Required Skills
Tomcat
Python
JavaScript
Git
Node.js
SQL
Java
ETL
C#
AWS
Nginx
C/C++
DevOps
Linux/Unix

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Requirements
  • Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Microsoft .NET, C++, C, SQL, Java, Python, or C#.
  • Experience with cloud-based development and deployment.
  • Experience working with a source version control system such as Git.
  • Solid understanding of database design and optimization for geospatial data.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and deployment.
  • A bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or an accepted equivalent of additional experience.
  • TS/SCI with polygraph.
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain high-performance geospatial services with a strong emphasis on ArcGIS Enterprise functionality.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into robust and scalable geospatial software solutions.
  • Lead the technical design and implementation of ArcGIS Enterprise features, ensuring alignment with overall architecture and mission objectives.
  • Work closely with product managers and other stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical expertise during the planning and execution of geospatial projects.
  • Conduct code reviews and mentor team members to ensure high-quality code and adherence to best practices in ArcGIS Enterprise development.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience working with AWS.
  • Experience with Node.js.
  • Experience with JavaScript.
  • Knowledge of Esri products or similar GIS or spatial software.
  • Experience working with near-real-time data feeds or flows.
Freedom Technology Solutions Group

Freedom Technology Solutions Group

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Freedom Technology Solutions Group provides software engineering and IT solutions for mission-critical challenges, serving government agencies and international development organizations. It builds secure, scalable technology and geospatial data analytics capabilities and delivers them through project-based engagements and service contracts. The company works by offering tailored software and analytics services that meet specific client needs, emphasizing speed, efficiency, and reliable performance. Its differentiators include a focus on mission-critical work, expertise in geospatial data analytics, experience with government contracts, and a people-first culture that minimizes bureaucratic obstacles to let employees focus on their skills. The company's goal is to deliver practical, secure technology solutions that help clients operate effectively and scale as their needs grow.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Columbia, South Carolina

Founded

2004

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Freedom reported 170 LinkedIn employees and 2026 hiring across dozens of technical roles.
  • The company said January 2026 SHIELD selection expands its missile-defense pipeline.
  • WashingtonExec said 2026 priorities include prime contracts, cloud, data, AI, and acquisitions.

What critics are saying

  • Bennett v. Freedom Technology Solutions Group ended in September 2024, leaving dispute risk visible.
  • Indeed reviews allege billing obsession, dishonest management, and a racist atmosphere.
  • Heavy dependence on government contracts exposes Freedom if MDA recompetes or primes displace it.

What makes Freedom Technology Solutions Group unique

  • Freedom combines geospatial analytics, software engineering, and intelligence-community mission support from Columbia, Maryland.
  • Its workforce spans cloud, DevOps, cyber, data science, and systems integration roles.
  • January 2026 MDA SHIELD placement strengthens its defense-contractor credibility and technical specialization.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Company News

GovCon Wire
Jun 8th, 2023
Roger Nichols Named Chief Growth Officer at Freedom Consulting Group; Vernon Saunders Quoted

Roger Alan Nichols, formerly a client executive director at AT&T (NYSE: T), has joined Columbia, Maryland-based information technology company Freedom Consulting Group as chief growth officer.

GovCon Wire
Feb 2nd, 2023
Dan Streetman Named CEO of Endpoint Security Company Tanium

Vernon Saunders, formerly a senior vice president of national intelligence at Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC), has been appointed CEO at Freedom Consulting Group, according to a recent LinkedIn post.

EIN News
Dec 3rd, 2021
Freedom Consulting Group recognized as "Best Place to Work

Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Freedom has ranked on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and has been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" by The Baltimore Sun for five consecutive years.

NewsWire
Oct 7th, 2021
Freedom Consulting Group Raises Capital to Fund Growth and Expansion

Company also announces expansion of Board of Directors

Peloton Singapore
Mar 31st, 2020
Freedom Consulting Group hires Bennett as head of operations

Bennett will join Freedom Consulting Group as head of operations in St Louis.