Software Engineer

Full Timejunior

San Diego, CAPosted 22 days ago

Role Overview

Metron is hiring a entry-level Software Engineer. This is a full-time role in San Diego. Part of Metron's Frontend hiring, posted 3 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

About Metron

Metron is an employee-owned company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for the most challenging national security problems. For over 40 years, our principled approach to problem-solving has yielded creative solutions at the intersection of advanced mathematics, computer science, physics, and engineering. Our people are leaders in their technical fields and are passionate about solving challenging problems. We look for individuals who share this same passion and can apply their experience in real-world settings.

We are seeking a talented software engineer with a strong computer science background to assist in design, development, integration, testing, and QA of a complex cloud-based software planning system. You will be responsible for writing backend infrastructure and frontend web applications, including the development of APIs and software documentation. You will be part of a distributed development team working primarily on-site in a government lab alongside external development partners and other stakeholders. The ideal candidate has experience writing well-designed, maintainable, and extensible code. 

Required Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Math, or related field 
At least 3 years of experience as a Software Engineer or Developer
Active Secret Clearance
Experience designing and implementing APIs and integrating software systems
Proficiency in Java, TypeScript and object-oriented programming
Familiarity with full-stack web application development
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey design concepts
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment alongside partner organizations
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED; Successful candidates will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Desired Qualifications

Experience with MongoDB, RabbitMQ, Spring Boot, React, Redux, WebGL and/or OpenGL 
Familiarity with AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Git, and CI/CD processes
Experience developing formal software documentation (e.g. Software Designs and Interface Design Descriptions)
Math background including Probability/Statistics, Linear Algebra, Multivariate Calculus 
Experience designing and implementing user interfaces 
Experience in DevSecOps
Experience with troubleshooting
Prior experience working with US Navy or other Department of Defense services/agencies
Active TS/SCI Clearance

Position Location: onsite, in office in San Diego, CA

Metron is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Metron. 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 Metron located?

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

What does a Software Engineer at Metron earn?

Metron 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 Metron posted?

This role was posted on June 17, 2026 (22 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 Metron 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 Metron has listed.

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