Tech Jobs in Washington DC
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Washington DC has become a hotbed for tech talent thanks to a unique mix of federal agencies, defense contractors, and a growing startup scene. Companies like Palantir, Cloudflare, and OpenGov leverage the city’s proximity to policymakers, while giants such as Amazon, Google, and Capital One maintain large engineering hubs in the area. The concentration of cybersecurity firms—Civis Analytics, Palantir, and Booz Allen Hamilton—offers a steady stream of roles that combine software development with national‑security expertise.
The tech ecosystem in DC spans multiple verticals. Fintech leaders such as Capital One and SoFi build payment platforms; defense contractors like Lockheed Martin and Raytheon develop embedded systems; data‑analytics outfits such as Civis Analytics and The Insightful Data focus on government datasets; and civic‑tech startups such as OpenGov and CivicSource deliver open‑data dashboards for municipalities. The city’s talent pool is further enriched by research labs at the National Institutes of Health and the Department of Energy, which often recruit software engineers and data scientists for high‑impact projects.
Living in the nation’s capital comes with a high cost of living—average rent for a one‑bedroom in Dupont Circle or Georgetown tops $2,400/month, and utilities plus transportation add another $400–$500. Salary transparency becomes essential when negotiating offers, allowing candidates to compare market rates for software engineers (average $115k–$140k), cybersecurity analysts ($110k–$130k), and product managers ($105k–$125k) against local expenses and to ensure a comfortable standard of living.
System Concepts Optimization Engineering Manager
Company: The Aerospace Corporation
Location: Washington DC
Posted Feb 03, 2025
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a System Concepts Optimization Engineering Manager to lead a team of engineers, mathematicians, and scientists. The role involves building and leading teams, applying innovative optimization techniques to spacecraft and orbit design, and contributing to technical analyses. The ideal candidate will have a BS degree in aerospace, astronautical, or mechanical engineering, significant professional experience, and a history of contributing to substantial technical projects. They should also have experience with constellation design, orbital mechanics, and programming languages like Python, C, C++, or MATLAB. The role offers a competitive compensation package and a culture that promotes innovation, growth, and technical excellence.
Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,058 per week
Company: Next Move Healthcare
Location: Morton, Washington
Posted Feb 02, 2025
Information Systems Security Engineer (Sr.) - TOP SECRET REQUIRED
Location: Washington, DC
Posted Feb 03, 2025
Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,408 per week
Company: Sharp Nursing Medical Staffing
Location: Mount Vernon, Washington
Posted Feb 02, 2025
Executive Recruiting Coordinator (Flexible Hybrid)
Company: Fannie Mae
Location: Washington, DC
Posted Feb 03, 2025
Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown - $2,133 per week
Company: TotalMed Staffing
Location: Auburn, Washington
Posted Feb 02, 2025
Consulting Marketing Manager
Company: Agilian.com
Location: Washington DC
Posted Feb 02, 2025
Agilian, a full-service strategy, technology, and change management consulting firm, is seeking a Consulting Marketing Manager to bridge account success and market growth, maximizing the company's impact on the Medicaid ecosystem. The role involves delivering billable consulting services, designing and executing account-based marketing campaigns, and contributing to measurable Medicaid retention improvement rates. The ideal candidate should have analytical thinking, client relationship management, and project execution skills for consulting services, and strategic thinking, content creation, and tech savviness for marketing management. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work remotely with a preference for candidates within the DMV.
Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,212 per week
Company: Synergy Medical Staffing
Location: Seattle, Washington
Posted Feb 02, 2025
Travel Nurse RN - Oncology - $2,295 per week
Company: Cross Country Nurses
Location: Wenatchee, Washington
Posted Feb 02, 2025