Tech Jobs in Arlington, VA
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Arlington, VA sits just across the Potomac from Washington, D.C., making it a natural extension of the nation’s capital tech ecosystem. With a 2023 median household income of $97,000 and a tech workforce that grew 12% last year, the county attracts talent looking for high‑paying, mission‑critical roles in defense, cybersecurity, and data analytics. The presence of federal agencies and a dense network of contractors gives Arlington a unique advantage: companies often offer competitive salaries and rapid career progression.
Major employers in the area include Booz Allen Hamilton, Northrop Grumman, and Leidos, all of which specialize in defense and intelligence software. Cybersecurity firms such as Palo Alto Networks and Darktrace have regional offices, while cloud leaders like Microsoft and VMware maintain large development teams. The startup scene is energized by the Arlington Tech Center and venture firms that back AI, fintech, and health‑tech companies. This blend of legacy defense contractors and agile startups creates a diverse job pool ranging from software engineering to product management and security architecture.
Arlington’s cost of living is high: the median home price hovers around $800,000, and a one‑bedroom apartment in Clarendon or Ballston can cost $2,700/month. For tech professionals, salary transparency is crucial to ensure that compensation keeps pace with local expenses. JobTransparency’s clear pay ranges help candidates benchmark offers against the $120,000–$180,000 median tech salary in the region, enabling smarter negotiations and better relocation decisions.
Sr. Elect Engineer Manager, DC Design Engineering
Location: Tysons Corner, VA
Posted Jan 24, 2025
Amazon Web Services Infrastructure Services is recruiting for a Sr. Electrical Engineering Manager. The role involves leading a team in designing data center critical infrastructure systems, facilitating meetings, driving process improvements, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate should have hands-on electrical design experience, understanding of data center equipment needs, and the ability to lead a team. The position offers opportunities for professional growth, working on multi-million dollar designs, and a fast-paced, innovative work environment. Travel to data centers and off-sites is required.
Senior Manager - Aircraft Cybersecurity Operations
Location: Arlington Heights, IL
Posted Jan 24, 2025
United Airlines is inviting applications for a Senior Manager - Aircraft Cybersecurity Operations role. This position involves leading a team of cybersecurity engineers to ensure end-to-end security architecture of United's aircraft-related products. The role requires aviation experience, strong technical communication skills, and experience in risk management. United offers a competitive benefits package and values diverse experiences. The ideal candidate will have a STEM or Engineering degree, 9+ years of related experience, and knowledge of aviation cybersecurity and IT security best practices.
SR Elec Colo Regional Engineer, Colocation Region Engineering- AMER
Location: Swift Creek, VA
Posted Jan 24, 2025
AWS Infrastructure Services is responsible for maintaining the global infrastructure of AWS, ensuring continuous access to innovative cloud services. The role involves conducting site assessments, reviewing vendor designs, and performing risk analysis. The team is diverse, inclusive, and values continuous learning and growth. AWS offers a supportive work-life balance and is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion.
SR Elec Colo Regional Engineer, Colocation Region Engineering- AMER
Location: Vienna, VA
Posted Jan 24, 2025
SR Elec Colo Regional Engineer, Colocation Region Engineering- AMER
Location: Leesburg, VA
Posted Jan 24, 2025
AWS Infrastructure Services is seeking talented individuals to join their diverse team of engineers, supply chain specialists, and security experts. The role involves conducting site assessments, reviewing vendor designs, and performing risk analysis. The team works on challenging problems, ensuring high standards for safety and security, and providing cost-effective cloud services. AWS values diverse experiences and offers a culture of inclusion, mentorship, and work-life balance.
Restaurant Manager
Location: Gladys, VA
Posted Jan 24, 2025
Chili's Managers are passionate about hospitality, connecting with team members and guests, and creating a fun work environment. They are responsible for ensuring a great guest experience, leading shifts, managing costs, and developing team members. Chili's values a culture of fun, teamwork, and accountability, with a focus on food perfection and inclusivity.
System Development Engineer, AWS Database Services
Location: Woodbridge, VA
Posted Jan 24, 2025
Amazon is offering an excellent opportunity to join their world-class technical team in Herndon or Arlington, VA. The role involves working with top engineers and technical managers, developing skills, and advancing one's career within a highly innovative company. The ideal candidate should be fun to work with, have strong Linux & Networking Fundamentals, love coding, think big, and possess an active TS/SCI security clearance. Basic qualifications include 2+ years of professional software development experience, 1+ years of designing or architecting systems, 7+ years of administrative experience in networking, storage systems, operating systems, and hands-on systems engineering. Preferred qualifications include experience with PowerShell, Python, Ruby, or Java, and Agile environment experience using Scrum methodology.
Senior Software Development Engineer, AWS Bespoke Solutions
Location: Alexandria, VA
Posted Jan 24, 2025