Associate Software Engineer

Overview As a Software Engineer at Metron, you will build backend infrastructure and frontend web interfaces for simulation and optimization software that uses probabilistic models of physical systems. You’ll join project teams that span research scientists and engineers, contributing across the full problem-solving cycle from concept to deployment. You’ll work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment that values well-designed, maintainable code. This role offers the chance to apply math, CS, and physics expertise to real-world national security challenges and to shape impactful software solutions. Compensation / BenefitsMedical, Dental and Vision InsuranceFSA and HSA optionsPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveTuition ReimbursementRelocation Assistance Responsibilitiesdevelop backend infrastructure and frontend web applications for simulation/optimization softwareparticipate in the entire problem-solving process from concept to deploymentperform data visualization and analysis, algorithm design, prototyping, implementation, and demonstrationcontribute to code that is well-designed, maintainable, and extensible Key requirementsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Math, or related fieldProficiency with Java, TypeScript, Python or C++Proficiency in object-oriented programmingFamiliarity with full-stack web application development in any frameworks/languagesAbility to communicate design concepts and performance metrics clearlyUS CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED; eligible for security clearancestrong communicationteam collaborationproblem-solving mindsetJava, TypeScript, Python or C++object-oriented programmingfull-stack web development