Software Application Engineer

Description

Your work days are brighter here.

We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in the company, and we hope to be a match for you too.

Your work matters here. At the company Government, we focus on outcomes that serve a larger mission. Our work supports U.S. federal agencies as they modernize and transform the full employee lifecycle experience and finance operations—so they can operate with greater clarity, accountability, and trust. As a Fortune 500 company and a proven enterprise cloud platform, the company brings modern technology, responsible AI, and secure infrastructure to some of the most complex environments in the world. The work isn’t theoretical. It’s operational. It’s high-impact. And it demands rigor, integrity, and long-term thinking.

From day one, you’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, follow-through, and doing the right thing—especially when the stakes are high. Our culture is grounded in integrity, respect, and shared responsibility. We challenge each other to think clearly, act thoughtfully, and build solutions that stand up to real-world demands. Here, curiosity is matched with accountability. Ambition is paired with trust. You’ll have the space to do your best work, the support to keep growing, and the backing of a company committed to long-term investment in both its people and the federal mission.

If you’re looking to apply your experience to meaningful, mission-driven work—alongside colleagues who take pride in building things that last—you’ll find that opportunity at the company

About the Role

This role will support one or more direct or indirect contracts with the U.S. Federal Government which, due to federal government security requirements, mandates that all the company personnel working on the contracts be United States citizens (naturalized or native).

Collaborate with Product Managers and QA Engineers on functional design and analysis of requirements

Design and develop a product in a metadata-driven development environment

Build and maintain robust, efficient and maintainable code using an object-oriented framework and class modeling

Troubleshoot customer reported issues

Mentor and learn from other team members through pair programming, code reviews, hackathons, etc.

This role will support one or more direct or indirect contracts with the U.S. Federal Government which, due to federal government security requirements, mandates that all the company personnel working on the contracts be United States citizens (naturalized or native).

Requirements

• This role may require a security clearance at the TS/SCI w/CI Poly level. Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance. An active TS/SCI w/CI Poly is preferred.
• Basic Qualifications:
• ​4 + years experience with UML, Web application development or SaaS (Software as a Service) technologies
• 4+ years of experience with design and development using an object-oriented language such as Java, Python, C, C++, etc.
• 4+ years of experience designing/developing business applications
• 4+ years of experience with design and analysis of software for performance
• Other Qualifications (preferred):
• A collaborative teammate with good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with JSON, REST, and GraphQL is a plus
• Strong knowledge and application of key design patterns in object-oriented development
• Experience in developing applications that prioritize usability and configurability
• Preferred DoD 8570/8140 compliant with at least IAT Level II certification, including a current Computing Environment (CE) credential and one approved specialty certification (e.g., CompTIA CySA+, GICSP, CASP+)
• Bachelor's degree in a computer related field or equivalent work experience
• Posting End Date : 08/31/26.
• Applications are accepted for this position on an ongoing basis, through the stated End Date.
• The company Pay Transparency Statement
• The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. The company pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the company Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding the company’s comprehensive benefits, please click here .
• Primary Location: USA.VA.Reston
• Primary Location Base Pay Range: $121,200 USD - $181,800 USD
• Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $109,700 USD - $194,800 USD
• Our Approach to Flexible Work
• With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.
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