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.
Senior Software Engineer, Back End (Bank Tech)
Company: Capital One
Location: McLean, VA
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Capital One is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Back End, to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of professional software engineering experience and proficiency in languages like Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, or Scala. They will collaborate with Agile teams to design, develop, and implement technical solutions, utilizing cloud-based technologies and AWS tools. The role offers opportunities for learning new technologies, participating in tech communities, and mentoring others. Capital One provides competitive benefits and is committed to diversity and inclusion.
Center Director with Sign On Bonus
Company: KinderCare Learning Companies
Location: Charlottesville, VA
Posted Jan 22, 2025
KinderCare Learning Companies, the first early childhood education provider to receive the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, is seeking a Center Director. This role involves hiring, engaging, and developing a team of educators, partnering with parents, and cultivating positive relationships with families, teachers, and community partners. The Center Director will use their business, sales, and marketing skills to grow KinderCare's presence in the community. Benefits include discounted child care, medical, dental, and vision coverage, mental health support, health and wellness programs, and more. KinderCare operates in over 2,000 sites across 40 states, committed to providing high-quality child care to all families.
Manager, Project Manager
Company: Capital One
Location: Richmond, VA
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Capital One, a Fortune 500 bank, seeks a Manager Project Manager for its Cloud Operations Resilience Engineering (CORE) Technology division. The role involves leading strategic projects impacting team culture and efficacy, including skills assessments, leadership development, engagement efforts, and culture-building initiatives. Key responsibilities include timely project updates, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree, 6+ years of project management experience, and Jira proficiency. Preferred qualifications include a Masters/MBA, 7+ years of project management, people management experience, and relevant certifications. The role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for performance-based incentives.
Associate Director, Executive Communications (Hybrid)
Company: RTX
Location: Arlington, VA
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Research Specialist - Histology
Company: Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Location: Ashburn, VA
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Software Engineer, AI/ML/Full-stack, Google Public Sector
Company: Google
Location: Reston, VA
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Google Public Sector's Sovereign Mission Solutions team is seeking a software developer with 5 years of experience in AI/ML/Full-stack and proficiency in languages like Java, C++, Go, Python. Preferred qualifications include experience with ML algorithms, AI, deep learning, and natural language processing. The role involves developing prototypes, building front-ends and back-ends, and collaborating with teams to propose solutions and improvements. The position requires an active US Government Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (TS/SCI) security clearance with polygraph. The salary range is $161,000-$239,000 + bonus + equity + benefits.
Teacher at All Saints Catholic School
Company: KinderCare Learning Companies
Location: Richmond, VA
Posted Jan 22, 2025