Software Engineer Jobs in Washington DC

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Construction Project Manager

Company: Empower Construction

Location: Fort Washington, PA

Posted Aug 11, 2025

Develop and maintain project schedules using effective project scheduling tools. Experience with project scheduling techniques and tools.

Manager of Customer Experience

Company: Advanced RX

Location: Fort Washington, PA

Posted Aug 15, 2025

This includes providing day-to-day support, coaching, and delegating tasks to develop your supervisors' leadership skills.

Principal Solutions Architect

Company: TwinStar Credit Union/Northwest Community Credit Union

Location: Washington State

Posted Aug 01, 2025

Serves as a technical thought leader by delivering engaging presentations, developing comprehensive documentation, and leading knowledge-sharing sessions to…

Cloud Engineer-HYBRID to Fort Washington PA

Company: Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company

Location: Fort Washington, PA

Posted Aug 12, 2025

Bachelors degree in computer science Information Technology or a related field or equivalent experience. Optimize Azure resource usage and manage cost through…

E-Commerce Web Developer

Company: Fabspeed Motorsport

Location: Fort Washington, PA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

A degree in Computer Science, Software Development, or related field. Provide technical support and enhancements for existing web properties.

Wood Crafter

Company: Legislative Branch - Architect of the Capitol

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Armed Security Supervisor

Company: Cardinal Point Security Group

Location: Fort Washington, PA

Posted Aug 17, 2025

Must have a valid driver's license with no infractions for the past 10 years. Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field from an accredited college/…

ECF Case Administrator I or II

Company: Judicial Branch - U.S. Courts

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for Software Engineers?
Entry‑level (0‑2 yrs): $80k‑$110k; Mid (3‑5 yrs): $110k‑$150k; Senior (6‑10 yrs): $150k‑$190k; Staff (10‑15 yrs): $190k‑$240k; Principal/Architect: $240k‑$300k+ (US).
What core skills and certifications are required for Software Engineers?
Core languages: JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Java, Go, Rust. Frameworks: React, Angular, Node.js, Spring, Django. Tools: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitHub Actions. Cloud creds: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, GCP Professional Cloud Architect. Extras: CI/CD, observability (Grafana, Prometheus), unit testing frameworks.
How common is remote work availability for Software Engineer roles?
Over 70% of listings on Job Transparency allow full‑time remote work. Companies often offer US pay bands but allow employees in EU, Canada, and India, with adjustments for local living costs.
What career progression paths exist for Software Engineers?
Typical ladder: Junior Engineer → Mid‑Level Engineer → Senior Engineer → Staff Engineer → Principal Engineer → Engineering Manager/Director → VP of Engineering. Technical tracks emphasize architecture, performance, and system design; managerial tracks focus on people management, strategy, and product delivery.
What are current industry trends affecting Software Engineers?
Accelerated adoption of generative AI, focus on secure by design, growth of low‑code/no‑code platforms, shift to serverless architectures, and rising demand for data‑centric engineers. Companies prioritize DevSecOps, observability, and AI‑augmented dev workflows.

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