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Junior Software Developer

Haystack
Alexandria, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026
We're hiring on behalf of a Haystack partner!

The Role

  • Contribute to the design, development, testing, and delivery of software products
  • Build and enhance user-facing features
  • Collaborate with a cross-functional Agile team
  • Contribute to continuous delivery pipelines with a strong emphasis on automated testing
  • Write and maintain unit, integration, and system tests
  • Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and sprint ceremonies

What You'll Need

  • US Citizen with at least an active Top Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2 years of professional software development experience or a Master’s degree with 1 years of experience
  • Proficiency in Java, Rust, and/or JavaScript, with willingness to work across both languages
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
  • Familiarity with Jira or similar Agile project management tools
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

What's On Offer

  • Opportunity to work on impactful software products
  • A collaborative team environment that values learning, feedback, and improvement
  • Support for modern development practices, automation, and emerging tools
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Apply via Haystack today!

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