$120,001–$160,000 Per Year
AWS Lambda, Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Atlassian JIRA, Authentication, Automation, Best Practices, Cloud Computing, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, Database Administration, Database Programming, DevOps, Documentation, Emerging Technology, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Application, JavaScript, Jenkins, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Microsoft IIS Web Server (Internet Information Services), Object Relational Mapping (ORM), Oracle, PostgreSQL, Problem Solving Skills, Production Support, Production Systems, Professional Services, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, React.js, Regulatory Compliance, Relational Databases (RDBMS), SQL (Structured Query Language), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Secret Clearance, Security Compliance, Service-Oriented Architecture (fka Distributed Object Architecture), Software Design, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Sprint Planning, Standup Meetings, Stored Procedures, Support Documentation, Technical Writing, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United States Citizen, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Virtualization Software, Work From Home
Intelligent Virtual Agent Software Engineer
Job ID: 2614057
Location: Arlington, VA, United States
Date Posted: Jul 3, 2026
Category: Software
Subcategory: SW Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: No
Minimum Clearance Required: Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: Hybrid
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Job Description
Description
Position Overview: The Intelligent Virtual Agent (IVA) Software Engineer will design, develop, and maintain cloud-native web applications using JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Next.js, and NestJS. The successful candidate will integrate software solutions with relational databases, support production environments on AWS, and drive data quality. The engineer will work collaboratively in an agile scrum environment, contributing to deployment automation, documentation, and supporting testing activities.
This role requires 1 day each week onsite in Rosslyn, VA.
Software Development:
- Design, develop, test, and deploy cloud-native web applications using React, Next.js (frontend), and NestJS (backend), following a modular, service-oriented architecture.
- Implement AWS-native infrastructure patterns including Lambda functions, API Gateway, S3, and ECS/Fargate in lieu of traditional IIS/server-based hosting.
- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient TypeScript/JavaScript code, adhering to NIST security requirements.
Database Integration and Management:
- Integrate NestJS applications with relational databases (Oracle and/or PostgreSQL/Aurora).
- Develop and maintain database objects including stored procedures, functions, and schema migrations using ORM tooling (e.g., TypeORM or Prisma).
- Utilize database tools such as DBeaver, pgAdmin, or SQL Developer for development and troubleshooting.
- Drive data quality initiatives and provide production support for database-related issues.
Deployment and Automation:
- Participate in automated deployment processes using AWS-native tooling (CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CloudFormation/CDK) or equivalent IaC frameworks.
- Collaborate with team members to create and maintain deployment automation scripts and documentation.
DevOps and CI/CD:
- Use CI/CD tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, and Nexus to manage code repositories, build pipelines, and artifact storage.
- Contribute to continuous integration and delivery processes to ensure rapid and reliable software releases.
Security and Integration:
- Integrate web applications with multi-factor authentication (MFA) products such as OKTA and CyberArk.
- Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
Agile Collaboration and Testing Support:
- Work in an agile scrum environment, actively participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including testers, to swarm stories and resolve issues quickly.
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of technical documentation.
- Provide ongoing support to the testing teams, including troubleshooting, clarifying requirements, and resolving defects to ensure high-quality software delivery.
Service Management:
- Utilize Jira Service Management for issue tracking, service requests, and project management.
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience:
- Bachelors and 5+ years or more experience; Masters and 3+ years; may accept additional experience in lieu of degree.
- Hands-on experience in the following areas:
- Software Development: Design, develop, test, and deploy cloud-native web applications using React, Next.js (frontend), and NestJS (backend). Implementing AWS-native infrastructure patterns.
- Database Integration and Management: Integrate NestJS applications with relational databases (Oracle and/or PostgreSQL/Aurora). Experience with tools such as DBeaver, pgAdmin, or SQL Developer.
- Deployment and Automation: AWS-native tooling (CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CloudFormation/CDK) or equivalent IaC frameworks.
- DevOps and CI/CD: GitLab, Jenkins, and Nexus.
- Security and Integration: OKTA and CyberArk.
- Agile Collaboration and Testing Support
- Service Management: Jira Service Management
Required Clearance:
- US Citizenship.
- Active secret clearance.
Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.
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SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.
We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.