Software Engineer Jobs in Virginia

Software Engineer jobs in Virginia are in high demand, concentrated in defense contracting, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and federal IT modernization, with openings at every level from entry-level associate engineer through senior principal. The busiest hiring markets are Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads corridor, where employers like Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and Amazon Web Services maintain large engineering workforces. The most sought-after specialties in Virginia right now are cloud-native development, DevSecOps, and full-stack engineering with security clearance eligibility. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles217+
Top employerProbity
Top cityChantilly, VA
Cities hiring30
Work type49% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Comcast
Backend Software Engineer 3 - Reston Hybrid 2 Days - FreeWheel
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Backend Software Engineer 3 - Reston Hybrid 2 Days - FreeWheel
Comcast
Reston, Virginia
Business Operations
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Sales
$120k.52 - $180k.78/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Steampunk
Associate Software Developer
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Associate Software Developer
Steampunk
McLean, Virginia
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$70k - $100k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology

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Microsoft
Software Engineer I - CTJ - Poly
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Software Engineer I - CTJ - Poly
Microsoft
Reston, Virginia
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Operations
Security Engineering
$85k - $184k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Workday
Sr Software Development Engineer, SRE (US Federal)
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Sr Software Development Engineer, SRE (US Federal)
Workday
Reston, Virginia
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$148k - $264k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Booz Allen Hamilton
Software Developer
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Software Developer
Booz Allen Hamilton
Quantico, Virginia
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
$62k - $141k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Software Engineer Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Reston
33 jobs
Herndon
28 jobs
Dahlgren
11 jobs
Sterling
7 jobs
Manassas
6 jobs
Fairfax
5 jobs

Software Engineer Job Market in Virginia

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

Who's Hiring

  • Probity
    Probity15
  • Umbra
    Umbra6
  • Leidos
    Leidos6
  • Parsons
    Parsons6
  • Microsoft
    Microsoft6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in software engineer jobs across Virginia.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field
  • Proficiency in one or more languages such as Java, Python, C++, or Go
  • Experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and version control using Git
  • Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. security clearance, required by many Virginia defense contractors
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, testing practices, and CI/CD pipelines

Software Engineer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a software engineer in Virginia?

Software engineering in Virginia does not require a state-issued license or registration. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field, though strong candidates with associate degrees and demonstrable portfolios do get hired. Virginia's large defense sector adds one significant credential requirement: many roles in Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads require candidates to be eligible for a security clearance, which means U.S. citizenship and a clean background.

How much do software engineers make in Virginia?

Software engineers 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 software engineers in Virginia?

Employers hiring software engineers in Virginia right now include Probity, Umbra, and Leidos, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's defense and federal IT ecosystem means a large share of openings come from government contractors and large technology firms that hold federal agency contracts across the state.

Which Virginia cities have the most software engineer jobs?

Chantilly, Reston, and Herndon have the most software engineer openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia dominates because it hosts the headquarters and major offices of federal agencies, defense contractors, and cloud infrastructure companies, while Richmond draws engineering talent through financial services and state government IT, and Hampton Roads benefits from the dense concentration of military installations and their supporting technology contractors.

Are there remote software engineer jobs in Virginia?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 51% of software engineer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how naturally desk-based and collaborative-tool-dependent the role is. Full-stack, backend, and cloud engineering positions tend to be the most remote-flexible, while roles requiring access to classified systems or government facilities in Northern Virginia typically require on-site presence.

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

The most realistic entry path is through an internship or new-graduate program at one of Virginia's large employers. Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and SAIC each run structured early-career and intern-to-hire programs that place recent graduates into entry-level engineering roles. Community colleges in the Northern Virginia Community College system and George Mason University offer pathways that Virginia tech employers recognize. Building a portfolio of GitHub projects and earning a foundational cloud certification from AWS or Azure can meaningfully close the experience gap for candidates without a traditional four-year degree.

Where can I find and apply to software engineer jobs in Virginia?

You can find and apply to software engineer jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly.

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