Junior Software Engineer
About the job
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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Simplify's Take
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