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 Principal Electrical Engineer FPGA/ASIC - TS/SCI required
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Dulles, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Northrop Grumman is seeking a FPGA/ASIC Engineer for their Tactical Space organization in Dulles, Virginia. The role involves research, requirements analysis, systems architecture, design, coding, test bench design, verification, synthesis, and place & route for Command and Data Handling (CD&H) products. The ideal candidate should have 9 years of relevant experience, a degree in a STEM field, and proficiency in VHDL design for FPGA's. Preferred qualifications include experience with DSP, MATLAB, SimuLink, Xilinx and Microchip devices, and EDA Tools like Vivado, Quartus, and QuestaSim. The company offers a competitive salary range of $133,000 - $199,600, along with benefits and opportunities to work on revolutionary systems impacting global history.
Senior Data Analyst - Retail
Company: Capital One
Location: Richmond, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Capital One, a leader in data-driven decision-making, seeks a Senior Data Analyst for its Retail Bank line of business. The role involves innovation, business intelligence, and data management. The ideal candidate will have a STEM degree, scripting experience in Python, R, Spark, and SQL, and experience with data in various forms. They should also be familiar with AWS services and data governance concepts. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with potential for performance-based incentives.
Systems Administrator
Company: Leidos
Location: Chantilly, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Leidos is currently seeking a System Administrator for a government contract in the National Capital Region. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in administering client-server configurations, maintaining systems, and managing hardware and software. Key responsibilities include tuning system performance, allocating storage space, and implementing critical system patches. The role also involves coordinating with the IT team and customer management to establish IT support priorities. Required qualifications include an active TS/SCI with polygraph, 8+ years of relevant experience, and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Demonstrated experience with Windows 10, Windows Server 2016, Microsoft SQL Server, and Dell EMC Unity Storage is essential. The job offers a competitive pay range of $89,700.00 - $162,150.00.
Counterterrorism / Insurgency Analyst, Mid-Level
Company: Leidos
Location: Reston, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: DaVita
Location: Charlottesville, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
DaVita, an Italian term meaning 'giving life', is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for an outpatient dialysis center in Charlottesville, Virginia. The role involves delivering compassionate care to patients with end-stage renal failure or chronic kidney disease. No dialysis experience is required, and training will be provided. The nurse will build long-term relationships with patients and their families, work in a positive team environment, and handle unique treatment plans. DaVita offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, and more. The company is committed to diversity and belonging, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates.
Senior One Team Ambassador - Richmond
Company: Deloitte
Location: Richmond, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Deloitte is seeking a proactive, experienced professional for an Ambassador role. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of hospitality or office support experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle various tasks such as facility management, A/V troubleshooting, and event coordination. The role involves working directly with Deloitte professionals, supporting meetings and events, managing relationships with customers and vendors, and maximizing work space utilization. The team at Deloitte values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture, offering a range of benefits and opportunities for professional development.
Principal Ceramic Engineer (Onsite)
Company: RTX
Location: Charlottesville, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Ceramic Engineer to innovate with novel ceramic formulations and processes for new core product designs at their Mikro Systems in Charlottesville, VA. The role involves supporting ceramic core development, providing operations support, and participating in continuous improvement events. A Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Degree in a related field with relevant experience is required. Knowledge of turbine blade/vane, investment casting, and polymeric materials is preferred. The salary range is $96,000 - $200,000.
Splunk SOAR Engineer - TS/SCI with FS Poly | McLean, VA
Company: Optiv
Location: Richmond, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Optiv + ClearShark is seeking a Splunk SOAR Engineer with active TS/SCI clearance and proven experience in Splunk SOAR or similar platforms. The role involves delivering success for clients, specializing in a capability aligned with service practices, and developing corporate strategy. The engineer will spend 80% of their time on engagement delivery, 10% on team management, 5% each on strategy development and skill training. Strong communication skills, automation playbook development, and security certification are required. The company offers professional training, work-life balance, and opportunities for remote work.
S2L Program 2025-Food Service Intern-Capital One - Capital One - Tysons C1
Company: Aramark
Location: McLean, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Aramark's Step Up to Leadership (S2L) Paid Internship Program offers motivated college students valuable business skills, leadership experience, and professional training. The 10-12 week program includes career readiness training, direct engagement with peers, mentors, and managers, and structured career path conversations. Interns work directly with Food Service Directors, ensuring high standards of customer service, cost control, and policy compliance. They also assist in training, scheduling, and inventory management. Preferred qualifications include strong organizational skills, excellent communication, leadership abilities, and the capacity to work flexible hours.
Boundary Protection Engineer
Company: Leidos
Location: Chantilly, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Leidos is hiring for a Boundary Protection Engineer role. The position involves maintaining security and networking of enterprise boundary enclaves, providing support for various firewall equipment, and acting as a subject matter expert in boundary technologies. Key responsibilities include installing software, applying patches, managing file systems, monitoring performance, generating custom proxy policies, and troubleshooting web connectivity problems. The ideal candidate should have a Doctorate or equivalent experience, 7 years of relevant boundary protection experience, and expertise in technologies like Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, and Forcepoint. Knowledge of routing, networking, and boundary protection best practices is required. The role involves working rotating schedules and after-hours on-call support, with a pay range of $89,700.00 - $162,150.00.