Software Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton

Quick summary

Work type: On-site
Location: Arlington, VA
Salary: $69,400–$158,000 / yr
Posted: 7 days ago
Closes: Sep 24, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $168k

This role $114k

$53k most similar roles pay here $224k

This role pays less than 83% of similar roles. Most pay $128,825–$207,262 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $114k versus about $168k for comparable roles.

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About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting

Booz Allen Hamilton currently has 695 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $86,800–$198,000 across 685 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Software Engineer

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As a Software Engineer at our company, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to developing cutting-edge solutions for complex challenges. Your primary responsibilities include designing and implementing robust software systems using languages such as C#, C++, or JavaScript within the .NET framework. You will work on projects that require a deep understanding of Linux systems, networking, and containerization technologies. Additionally, experience with Rust or modern C++ is highly valued for production environments. This role demands strong problem-solving skills and an ability to contribute to large-scale software solutions in a secure setting, requiring a secret clearance and typically involving classified information handling.

Skills

C# C++ .NET JavaScript Linux Rust C %20

What you'll do

Design and develop software solutions using languages like C#, C++, .NET, or JavaScript.
Implement system-level features on Linux, including networking and filesystems.
Utilize Rust or modern C++ for production environments when necessary.
Maintain and enhance existing software applications to improve performance.
Ensure all developed code adheres to security standards and best practices.

What we're looking for

3+ years of professional software engineering experience
Proficiency in programming languages such as C#, C, C++, .NET, and JavaScript
Active Secret clearance required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
Experience with Linux systems, networking, filesystems, and containers
Familiarity with Rust or modern C++ in production environments

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