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Remote junior software developer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed product teams, and technology companies that hire without location requirements. Sectors including Technology & Software are actively bringing on junior developers, and employers hiring right now include MANTECH, GliaCell Technologies, and AAPC. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Junior ServiceNow Developer to join our team in Lexington Park, MD. This is a primarily remote position.
The Junior ServiceNow Developer, will be responsible for configuring ServiceNow components and developing customized solutions within the ServiceNow platform.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Design, develop, and deploy ServiceNow solutions across SPM, ITSM, ITOM, CMDB, and various scoped applications integrations utilizing best-practice coding standards.
- Analyze requirements, user stories, and wireframes to deliver performant technical solutions.
- Develop workflows, business rules, UI policies, and sophisticated automation utilizing Flow Designer and Integration Hub.
- Perform code reviews, define enterprise development standards, and enforce security best practices.
- Troubleshoot and resolve platform issues while maintaining system reliability and performance and execute ServiceNow platform upgrades, patching, and the deployment of new modules.
- Create technical documentation and provide training and guidance to organizational stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with RMF, FedRAMP, and other mandatory federal security frameworks and support the software accreditation process
Minimum Qualifications:
- 1+ years of experience specializing in ServiceNow development.
- Bachelors Degree or Equivalent (6 additional years of experience with a high school diploma or 4 additional years of experience with an Associates Degree).
- Active ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD) and/or Certified System Administrator (CSA) certifications.
- Experience in JavaScript, Glide APIs, and ServiceNow Studio, with experience across ITSM, ITOM, CMDB, Flow Designer, and IntegrationHub.
- Established track record navigating Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Proven ability supporting the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and federal software accreditation processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
- ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD) certification.
- ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist in IT Service Management (CIS-ITSM).
- ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist in Strategic Portfolio Management (CIS-SPM)
- Motivated self-starter with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to lead remote teams.
- Prior experience supporting federal agencies or defense programs
Security Clearance Requirements:
- Active Secret Clearance
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%
- The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Junior ServiceNow Developer to join our team in Lexington Park, MD. This is a primarily remote position.
The Junior ServiceNow Developer, will be responsible for configuring ServiceNow components and developing customized solutions within the ServiceNow platform.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Design, develop, and deploy ServiceNow solutions across SPM, ITSM, ITOM, CMDB, and various scoped applications integrations utilizing best-practice coding standards.
- Analyze requirements, user stories, and wireframes to deliver performant technical solutions.
- Develop workflows, business rules, UI policies, and sophisticated automation utilizing Flow Designer and Integration Hub.
- Perform code reviews, define enterprise development standards, and enforce security best practices.
- Troubleshoot and resolve platform issues while maintaining system reliability and performance and execute ServiceNow platform upgrades, patching, and the deployment of new modules.
- Create technical documentation and provide training and guidance to organizational stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with RMF, FedRAMP, and other mandatory federal security frameworks and support the software accreditation process
Minimum Qualifications:
- 1+ years of experience specializing in ServiceNow development.
- Bachelors Degree or Equivalent (6 additional years of experience with a high school diploma or 4 additional years of experience with an Associates Degree).
- Active ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD) and/or Certified System Administrator (CSA) certifications.
- Experience in JavaScript, Glide APIs, and ServiceNow Studio, with experience across ITSM, ITOM, CMDB, Flow Designer, and IntegrationHub.
- Established track record navigating Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Proven ability supporting the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and federal software accreditation processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
- ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD) certification.
- ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist in IT Service Management (CIS-ITSM).
- ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist in Strategic Portfolio Management (CIS-SPM)
- Motivated self-starter with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to lead remote teams.
- Prior experience supporting federal agencies or defense programs
Security Clearance Requirements:
- Active Secret Clearance
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%
- The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote junior software developer jobs.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, Java, or JavaScript
- Familiarity with version control using Git and platforms like GitHub or GitLab
- Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and basic software design principles
- Experience building or contributing to web applications using frontend or backend frameworks
- Ability to write and execute unit tests and debug code independently
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Remote Junior Software Developer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote junior software developer openings from across the U.S. in one place. Check it regularly, find roles that match your stack and experience level, and apply directly before postings fill.
Build a portfolio that works without you
Remote hiring managers review your GitHub and deployed projects before they ever speak to you. Write clear READMEs, document your reasoning in comments, and make sure your projects run without a walkthrough from you.
Demonstrate async communication in your application
Remote teams run on written clarity. Use your cover letter and any written responses to show you can explain technical decisions concisely. Employers screening for remote-readiness treat your written application as a live sample of how you'll communicate on the job.
Prepare for remote-specific technical screens
Many remote junior developer interviews use take-home assignments or async code reviews instead of live whiteboard sessions. Practice completing small scoped projects under a time limit, committing clean code to Git, and writing a brief summary of your implementation choices.
Remote Junior Software Developer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote junior software developer job?
Target companies that are remote-first or run fully distributed engineering teams, since they already have the workflows and tooling to onboard junior developers without being in an office. Remote employers screen for self-direction, clear written communication, and comfort with async tools like Slack, Jira, and Git. A portfolio with documented projects, a clean README, and code you can walk through in a technical screen gives you a concrete edge over candidates who can only describe their work.
Which companies hire remote junior software developers?
Companies hiring remote junior software developers right now include MANTECH, GliaCell Technologies, and AAPC, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These range from remote-first SaaS companies and fintech startups to larger technology organizations that run distributed engineering teams across multiple time zones.
Can you get a remote junior software developer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land than in-office ones because you need to demonstrate you can troubleshoot and move forward independently without tapping someone on the shoulder. Small remote-first startups and contract-to-hire roles are the most accessible entry points. In place of job experience, a GitHub profile with real projects, contributions to open-source repositories, or a deployed app shows remote employers you can produce working code on your own.
Do you need a degree for remote junior software developer jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers hiring junior software developers weigh a strong portfolio, demonstrated proficiency in a relevant stack, and the ability to write clear technical documentation over a four-year degree. Bootcamp graduates and self-taught developers regularly land remote junior roles when they can show working code, explain their design decisions in writing, and pass a technical screen.
Which industries hire the most remote junior software developers?
Remote junior software developer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to run distributed product and engineering teams, which makes hiring junior developers remotely a natural part of how they scale.
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