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Associate Software Engineer

Metron · Reston, VA

Posted 22 days ago

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This role has been open
22 days
Metron's roles stay open a median of 38 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
6% of Metron's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Metron
high
8 stale, 2 reposted of 17 open
Hiring momentum
23 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

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About this role

As an Associate Software Engineer at Metron, you will engage in writing backend infrastructure and frontend web applications for simulation and optimization software that utilizes probabilistic models. You will work collaboratively in small teams that include Research Scientists and Software Engineers, contributing to various stages of the problem-solving process from concept to deployment. The role allows for flexibility in responsibilities, enabling you to leverage your strengths and develop new skills.

Our read on this posting3.4out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Math, or related field
  • Java, TypeScript, Python or C++ programming experience
  • Proficiency in object-oriented programming
  • Familiarity with full-stack web application development in any frameworks/languages
  • Ability to communicate design concepts and performance metrics clearly
  • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED; Successful candidates will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Nice to have

  • Experience with MongoDB, RabbitMQ, Spring Boot, React, Redux, WebGL and/or OpenGL
  • Experience writing algorithmic code, including complexity analysis, performance optimization, and multithreading
  • Math background including Probability/Statistics, Linear Algebra, Multivariate Calculus
  • Experience designing and implementing user interfaces

What you get

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Accompanying FSA and HSA options
  • Additional Voluntary Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • 9 Observed Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave

Worth weighing

  • Expected start dates for this role are Spring 2027 and later, which may be a long wait for candidates.
  • The position requires working from the Reston, VA office, but there is flexibility with relocation timelines.

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Listed by Metron on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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