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.
Software Test Engineer - 4073
Company: Alion Science and Technology
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
HII-Technical Solutions Division is seeking a Test Engineer with a software background to develop test plans and procedures for a combat system training system. The role involves producing test plans, test procedures, and assessments, generating reports, supporting engineering activities, conducting simulator tests, and analyzing software requirements. The ideal candidate should have 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 3 years with a Master's, or equivalent experience with a High School Diploma. They must have software test engineer experience, data analysis skills, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. Preferred skills include Security + Certification, knowledge of software requirement tracking tools, network test tools, Linux, Aegis and SSDS Combat Systems, Agile product lifecycle, and exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills.
Welder (Tech Subject Matter Expert) - 4008
Company: Alion Science and Technology
Location: Newport News, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Huntington Ingalls Industries, a leading military shipbuilding company, is seeking a skilled candidate for a role at Newport News Shipyard. The selected individual will support RCOH, performing various tasks on aircraft carrier elevators, cargo handling systems, and associated equipment. They will work closely with higher-level employees, potentially train/assist others, and may manage tasks for multiple jobs. The role requires 8 years of related experience, ability to pass a SMAW Welding test, read NAVSEA drawings, and understand welding symbols. Bonus points for 12+ years of experience, related certifications, prior experience on U.S. Navy Aircraft Carriers, and leadership in shipboard environments. Physical demands include lifting heavy equipment, working in extreme conditions, and potential sea travel. HII offers competitive benefits and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Cook
Company: Cracker Barrel
Location: Stafford, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is seeking a Cook for their Fredericksburg location. The role involves preparing a variety of Southern dishes using the company's recipes and methods. The Cook will work in a team to ensure high standards of professional cooking, quality, safety, cleanliness, and hospitality. The job offers flexible hours, potential for promotion, and a supportive work environment. Cracker Barrel emphasizes a culture of belonging, diversity, and inclusion, providing top-notch training, diverse career paths, and competitive pay and benefits. The company is committed to valuing all employees and fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and support.
Welder Mastertradesperson 4 - 3850
Company: Alion Science and Technology
Location: Newport News, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) is seeking a Welder for their Newport News Shipyard. The role involves interpreting blueprints, welding components, maintaining machinery, and ensuring safety regulations are followed. Requirements include high school education or equivalent, 6 years of related experience, and technical/professional certifications. Bonus points for pipe welding experience. The position involves physical labor, including lifting heavy equipment and working in extreme conditions. HII is a leading military shipbuilding company with a century-long history, offering competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth.
Retail Sales
Company: Cracker Barrel
Location: Charlottesville, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is seeking a Retail Sales team member for their Staunton location in Virginia. The role involves managing the retail shop, providing excellent guest service, and maintaining stock. The position offers flexible hours, potential for promotion, and comprehensive training. The company values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and provides a culture of belonging, top-notch training, diverse career paths, and competitive pay and benefits. The ideal candidate should be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 40 pounds, and work with food items.
Cook
Company: Cracker Barrel
Location: Williamsburg, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is seeking a Cook for their Williamsburg, VA location. The Cook will be responsible for preparing Southern favorites using Cracker Barrel's recipes and methods. They will work in a team to ensure high standards of professional cooking, quality, safety, cleanliness, and hospitality. The role offers flexible hours, potential for promotion, and a commitment to employee development. Cracker Barrel values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and offers top-notch training, diverse career paths, competitive pay, and benefits including health, vision, dental, 401K, vacation time, and employee stock purchasing program.
Marine Mechanic Mastertradesperson 2 - 4402
Company: Alion Science and Technology
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Technical Solutions, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking a shipboard alteration installer marine mechanic for fleet modernization. The role involves working on active class submarines, surface ships, and shore-based communication facilities, installing, upgrading, and removing industrial equipment. The candidate will apply technical knowledge to solve complex problems, provide operation/maintenance instruction, and assist engineering staff. The job requires travel to shipyards and military bases, both domestically and internationally. The ideal candidate must have an active DOD Secret clearance, relevant experience, and be fully COVID-19 immunized.
Dishwasher
Company: Cracker Barrel
Location: Winchester, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
The job posting for a Dishwasher at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store in Woodstock, VA emphasizes a positive work environment. The role involves working closely with kitchen and dining room teams to ensure guest satisfaction. The company values its employees, offering a culture of belonging, top-notch training, diverse career paths, and competitive pay and benefits. Cracker Barrel is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and explicitly states that racism has no place in their workplace.