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ICF International

Global solutions provider delivering technology-driven consulting

Junior Computer Scientist / Software Developer

Full-Time
$81.5k - $138.5k
Junior
Bachelor's
Adelphi, MD, USA
In Person
Software EngineeringBackend Engineering
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of 1 year of professional software development experience is required.
  • A bachelor's degree in a relevant area, such as Computer Science, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is required.
  • Basic understanding of machine learning theory and methods, and familiarity with machine learning libraries and frameworks such as Torch, PyTorch, NumPy, scikit-learn, SciPy, TensorFlow, and Keras, are required.
  • Programming skills implementing machine learning solutions for varied structured and unstructured data are required.
  • Experience in software development with Python and Java for networked applications is required.
  • Demonstrated experience with Linux, shell scripting, and Git is required.
  • Experience with GPU acceleration using CUDA is required.
  • A background working with cameras and sensors is required.
  • U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work and contract requirements.
  • An active U.S. Government security clearance is required.
  • DoD 8140 compliance and maintaining the required IAT I Level certifications are required.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in maintaining existing applications and developing new applications.
  • Perform hands-on coding and development.
  • Participate in design and architecture discussions.
  • Implement IoT network connectivity, as well as web and mobile applications.
  • Participate in occasional international travel for collaboration and experimentation.
  • Provide quality customer service.
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with or experience in container orchestration tools such as Kubernetes and Docker Swarm is preferred.
  • Familiarity with network communication protocols, packet capture, network emulation, and simulation is preferred.
  • Experience working in a collaborative, multi-developer environment is preferred.
  • One semester or more of educational experience in machine learning or artificial intelligence is preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to express ideas and analysis clearly and concisely, are preferred.
  • Strong problem-solving skills are preferred.

About the company

ICF International is a global solutions and technology provider that helps organizations tackle complex challenges and manage change. It combines deep expertise with technology-enabled services to deliver advisory, program management, and digital/analytic solutions that support clients across sectors. Its approach centers on applying specialized knowledge and data-driven tools to meet client needs and implement practical outcomes. The company differentiates itself by blending broad, deep expertise with technology to deliver integrated, end-to-end services at scale, rather than focusing on a single niche. Its goal is to help clients solve difficult problems, navigate transitions, and shape the future by delivering practical, measurable results.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

2020

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What believers are saying

  • August 6, 2026 Q2 EPS beat estimates, printing $1.86 versus $1.65 expected.
  • August 27, 2026 $20 million energy efficiency contract extends utility market momentum.
  • April 10, 2026 refinancing extended debt maturity to 2031 and improved liquidity.

What critics are saying

  • Q1 2026 revenue fell to $437.5 million from $487.6 million.
  • Q2 2026 revenue missed estimates again, signaling weak organic demand conversion.
  • One federal budget delay threatens 2026 guidance because backlog concentration is extreme.

What makes ICF International unique

  • ICF blends government consulting, digital delivery, and energy expertise across regulated markets.
  • July 28, 2026 Platform One Awardable status validates ICF’s defense software capabilities.
  • More than 90% of 2026 revenue guidance sits already in backlog.

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Benefits

  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Remote Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

9%
PR Newswire
Jul 28th, 2026
ICF's AI-enabled DevSecOps solution achieves "Awardable" status in Department of War Platform One marketplace

ICF announced its AI-enabled DevSecOps knowledge fabric solution has achieved "Awardable" status in the Department of War's Platform One Solutions Marketplace. The marketplace connects DOW teams with pre-assessed DevSecOps solutions and mission-ready tools. The solution accelerates software development and delivery by combining engineering, automation, data integration and knowledge management into a single platform. It unifies development, security and operations data to improve visibility across the software delivery lifecycle, helping identify bottlenecks, strengthen compliance and reduce manual processes. ICF is a Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level 2 certified vendor. The company partners with defence organisations to modernise systems through cybersecurity support, digital modernisation, AI, open-source development and custom engineering.

Squire Patton Boggs
Apr 27th, 2026
Squire Patton Boggs Advises ICF International on a $1.45 Billion Amended and Restated Credit Agreement | News | Squire Patton Boggs

Squire Patton Boggs represented ICF International, Inc. in connection with an amendment, restatement and increase to its $1.45 billion senior secured credit agreement with PNC Bank, National Association, as administrative agent, and the lenders party thereto. BOFA Securities, Inc. and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC acted as the joint lead arrangers on the transaction.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 2nd, 2026
Globalstar leads cash producers with 96% margin as ICF and Equifax struggle with efficiency

Globalstar, which operates low-earth orbit satellites providing voice and data communications in remote areas, stands out as a strong cash-producing investment with a 96.1% trailing 12-month free cash flow margin. The company, known for powering Apple iPhone's emergency SOS feature, has delivered exceptional revenue growth of 16.3% annually over the past five years. Two business services stocks to avoid are ICF International and Equifax. ICF International faces a declining sales pipeline with backlog averaging 7.4% declines over two years and anaemic growth projections of 2.4%. Equifax has seen its operating margin fall by 4.1 percentage points over five years, with EPS growth of just 2.2% annually, underperforming peers despite an 18.7% free cash flow margin.

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StockTitan
Jan 7th, 2025
ICF Acquires AEG for $30M Revenue Boost

ICF has acquired Applied Energy Group (AEG) from Ameresco for a $30 million revenue boost. AEG, with over 100 experts, enhances ICF's utility management and state/local government capabilities with its energy technology platform. The acquisition is expected to be immediately accretive to ICF's Non-GAAP EPS and aligns with ICF's strategy to expand in energy markets. Ameresco will focus on its core projects post-divestiture.