[Hiring] Junior Software Engineer @KBR

Role Description

Join our team as a Junior Software Engineer, applying digital engineering principles through software solutions that enable engineers to perform their jobs more effectively and efficiently. In this role, you will help design and implement full‑stack software applications, develop scripts and plugins for engineering and modeling tools, and support modern digital workflows across multiple programs. You will work closely with senior engineers, systems engineers, and stakeholders to translate technical requirements into reliable, maintainable software solutions. This position is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to grow professionally while contributing to impactful engineering solutions supporting government and aerospace customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and tools in support of digital engineering initiatives
• Contribute to full‑stack software development efforts, including backend services, APIs, and frontend user interfaces
• Develop and extend plugins, scripts, and integrations for engineering and modeling environments
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams and stakeholders to translate requirements into production‑ready software solutions
• Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, stand‑ups, and backlog refinement
• Write clean, maintainable, and well‑documented code in accordance with established best practices
• Assist with troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization of existing applications
• Communicate technical concepts effectively with both technical and non‑technical team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience developing software using modern programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript / TypeScript
• Experience with frontend development frameworks such as React
• Familiarity with backend development concepts, APIs, and distributed or networked systems
• Experience using modern version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

Work Environment

• Location: Remote
• Travel Requirements: Minimal (0–20%)
• Working Hours: Standard

Company Description

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. KBR’s Digital Research, Engineering, Acquisition, and Materiel Management Team (DREAMM Team) provides comprehensive Systems Engineering, Digital Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering, Modeling & Simulation, Data Analysis, DevSecOps, technical solution development, and training capabilities, serving our DoD customers.

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.