Software Engineer

Herndon, Virginia, United StatesPosted 7 days ago

Role Overview

Grvty is hiring a entry-level Software Engineer. This is a contract role in Herndon, Virginia. Part of Grvty's Qa hiring, posted last week. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Junior-level Qa roles is $90k-$134k (based on 87 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

What Impact You'll Have

You will develop and implement cutting-edge DSP methods and software for real-time processing of complex RF environments alongside a team of RF engineers and subject matter experts. Your work will make advanced signal processing tools easier to build, test, ship, and operate in mission environments.

What You'll be Owning

Design, implement and improve software architectures and baselines for engineering applications.
Package and deploy software applications and services using containers and Kubernetes.
Build and maintain CI / CD pipelines for build, test, artifact management, and deployment.
Operate Linux-based compute environments that support high throughput RF processing, including GPU nodes when needed.
Implement monitoring, logging, alerting, and operational dashboards for DSP services and data pipelines.
Automate infrastructure and operational workflows using scripting and configuration management.
Produce documentation and runbooks to support operations teams and mission users.

What You Must Have

US Citizenship is required.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Science, Computer Science or related field.
2+ years of experience.
Strong Linux skills (RHEL, CentOS, Rocky, or similar).
Strong object-oriented programming language experience (C++, Java, or similar).
Familiarity with Git and source code control processes.
Experience with containers (Docker) and Kubernetes operations.
Experience building CI CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins, or similar).
Scripting and automation skills in Python and/or Bash.

What Would be Nice to Have

Strong Signal Processing Experience and RF Problem sets.
Basic familiarity with DSP workflows and how signal processing teams build and ship algorithms.
Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.
We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

Virginia Pay Range

$70,000—$125,000 USD

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision

• Health Savings Account with company contribution

• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401k with generous company match

• Training and Development Opportunities

• Award Programs

• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. 

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) 

Please review our current job openings and apply for the positions you believe may be a fit. If you are not an immediate fit, we will also keep your resume in our database for future opportunities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Software Engineer position at Grvty?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Grvty. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Software Engineer position at Grvty located?

This position is based in Herndon, Virginia. Grvty has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Software Engineer at Grvty earn?

Grvty has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Software Engineer role at Grvty posted?

This role was posted on July 15, 2026 (7 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

Is the Software Engineer role at Grvty entry-level?

Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Grvty has listed.

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