SteerBridge

SteerBridge

SDVOSB delivering federal technology solutions

Junior Software Engineer

Full-TimeUpdated on 9/30/2026
$75k - $110k/yr
Entry, Junior
Bachelor's
Vienna, VA, USA
Hybrid

Hybrid work arrangement.

No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • U.S. citizenship is required, and the candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance; an active Secret or Top Secret security clearance also satisfies this requirement.
  • A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Zero to four years of experience in software engineering, application development, or a related field.
  • Familiarity with JavaScript, TypeScript, a modern front-end framework such as React.js, and a basic understanding of Node.js and RESTful APIs.
  • Familiarity with Git, version-control workflows, and fundamental software development practices.
  • Ability to learn, collaborate, receive feedback, and work with mentorship from senior team members.
Responsibilities
  • Write clean, well-documented code to support full-stack application and feature development.
  • Assist with implementing and testing small, well-defined user interface and API features under the guidance of senior engineers.
  • Support senior engineers in troubleshooting and resolving software defects and technical issues.
  • Write and maintain unit tests and participate in peer code reviews to support software quality and build familiarity with team development practices.
  • Learn and apply established coding standards, development tools, workflows, and documentation practices.
  • Develop familiarity with the team's domain, codebase, and Modern Disability Claims systems to support ongoing development efforts.
Desired Qualifications
  • Coursework, internship, or project experience involving full-stack software development.
  • Exposure to MERN or PERN stack technologies, including MongoDB, Express.js, and PostgreSQL.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines or containerization technologies such as Docker.
  • Familiarity with healthcare, claims, or other regulated data environments.

About the company

SteerBridge provides technology solutions, professional services, and construction management to U.S. government agencies and the private sector as a prime contractor or subcontractor. Its work includes aviation analytics, veterans services modernization (GI Bill and VA claims), secure payment solutions, and facilities management, all supported by automation and cloud-based workflows. The company differentiates itself through its SDVOSB status, proven federal contracting experience, and a role as an AWS Premier Partner delivering secure, scalable cloud environments. Its goal is to help federal and civilian clients improve efficiency, security, and service delivery with practical, mission-critical technology and program management.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

N/A

Founded

2011

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What believers are saying

  • August 2025 VA medical disability exams contract runs through August 2026.
  • March 2026 Navy award totals $96 million for Marine Corps logistics support.
  • 2026 Moxie Award finalist status signals stronger Washington, DC market visibility.

What critics are saying

  • SeaPort NxG task-order competition stays fierce; 829 vendors won awards through 2024.
  • VA protests show procurement friction, with SteerBridge challenging RFQ 36C10D24Q0195.
  • Revenue concentration on federal agencies exposes SteerBridge if VA or Navy ordering slows.

What makes SteerBridge unique

  • SDVOSB status and veteran network fit VA and DoD set-aside buying.
  • SeaPort NxG prime award expands Navy access across 23 functional areas.
  • AWS Premier Tier Services Partner strength supports secure cloud modernization and automation.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Federal Holidays