Developer Jobs in Virginia

Developer jobs in Virginia are among the most active in the country, concentrated in defense contracting, federal IT, cybersecurity, and commercial software across a wide seniority range from entry-level associates through principal and staff engineers. The densest hiring is in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads corridor, where employers such as Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and Capital One maintain large engineering workforces. The most in-demand specialties are cloud and infrastructure development, full-stack web development, and software engineering for defense and intelligence systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles395+
Top employerGeneral Dynamics Information Technology
Top cityMcLean, VA
Cities hiring41
Work type40% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Boeing
Experienced Java Software Engineer - Developer
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Experienced Java Software Engineer - Developer
Boeing
Herndon, Virginia
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$135k - $183k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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iCUBE Inc
Mid-Level Oracle Apex Developer
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iCUBE Inc
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Mid-Level Oracle Apex Developer
iCUBE Inc
Alexandria, Virginia
Backend Engineering
Data Engineering
Software Engineering
$105k - $125k/yr
Hybrid

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Family Dollar
Software Developer
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Family Dollar
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Software Developer
Family Dollar
Chesapeake, Virginia
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$103k - $126k/yr
10,000+

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Leidos
Senior Software Developer
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Leidos
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Senior Software Developer
Leidos
Chantilly, Virginia
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
$108k - $195k/yr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Steampunk
Salesforce Application Developer
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Salesforce Application Developer
Steampunk
McLean, Virginia
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Project Management
$85k - $160k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree

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Developer Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Reston
34 jobs
Herndon
25 jobs
Vienna
14 jobs
Ashburn
12 jobs
Fairfax
12 jobs

Developer Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • General Dynamics Information Technology
    General Dynamics Information Technology11
  • Guidehouse
    Guidehouse10
  • Booz Allen Hamilton
    Booz Allen Hamilton10
  • Accenture Federal Services
    Accenture Federal Services8
  • SAIC
    SAIC7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Energy
  • Medical Devices
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in developer jobs across Virginia.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related technical field
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or C++
  • Experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS or Azure, relevant to Virginia's federal IT market
  • Active or eligible security clearance preferred by many Northern Virginia defense and government contractors
  • Familiarity with agile development methodologies and tools such as Jira or Confluence
  • Strong version-control skills using Git and experience contributing to collaborative codebases

Developer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a developer in Virginia?

Virginia does not require a state-issued license to work as a software developer, so the path centers on education and credentials recognized by employers. Most Virginia hiring managers expect at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or information technology, though associate degrees paired with a strong portfolio are competitive for entry roles. For positions with defense contractors in Northern Virginia, obtaining or being eligible for a federal security clearance is often the decisive credential.

How much do developers make in Virginia?

Developers in Virginia earn a median of about $136,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $83,350 for the lowest 10% to over $211,930 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire developers in Virginia?

Employers hiring developers in Virginia right now include General Dynamics Information Technology, Guidehouse, and Booz Allen Hamilton, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Virginia's concentration of federal agencies and defense primes means many of the largest and most consistent hiring employers are government contractors or technology firms with long-term federal contracts.

Which Virginia cities have the most developer jobs?

McLean, Chantilly, and Arlington have the most developer openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia dominates because of its dense cluster of federal agencies, defense contractors, and commercial cloud infrastructure firms, while Richmond draws from a growing financial technology and corporate IT sector, and Hampton Roads hiring is anchored by military and naval technology employers.

Are there remote developer jobs in Virginia?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 60% of developer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the desk-based and collaborative nature of software development. Roles in web, application, and cloud development tend to offer the most location flexibility, while positions requiring access to classified systems or secure facilities at Northern Virginia contractor sites are more likely to require on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a developer in Virginia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an associate or junior developer role at one of Virginia's large technology employers or government contractors, where many firms run structured new-graduate programs. Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and SAIC all recruit early-career engineers through campus and rotational programs, and Capital One hires associate software engineers from both four-year and community college backgrounds. Building a portfolio of deployed projects and earning a cloud certification such as AWS Certified Developer strengthens a candidate's profile considerably for Virginia's market.

Where can I find and apply to developer jobs in Virginia?

You can find and apply to developer jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings from employers across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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