Software Engineering Associate - Washington, DC

Accenture Federal Servicesover 1 year ago
Arlington, Virginia, United States
On-site
Full-time
Beginner Level (< 1 year)

Job Description

Position Overview

Join Accenture Federal Services, a trusted partner to U.S. federal agencies, as an Entry Level Software Engineering Associate. In this role, you will help design and implement technology-based business solutions that drive efficiency across federal agencies. You will gain hands‐on experience with cutting‑edge development tools in a collaborative environment while benefiting from a robust training curriculum and continuous professional development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with the development, delivery, and management of technology‐based business solutions.
  • Work on coding, testing, and implementing configuration changes.
  • Support the design of software applications to meet functional and technical requirements.
  • Provide project management support as needed.
  • Utilize the latest software and development tools to enhance your skills in a collaborative setting.

Required Qualifications

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree (graduation date no later than December 2014) with a strong academic record (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8).
  • Solid foundation in object oriented programming.
  • Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Visio.
  • Eagerness to contribute in a team-oriented environment with strong communication (oral and written) skills.
  • Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment with good organizational and multi-tasking skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership and collaboration in professional settings.
  • Candidates must be located within the Arlington, VA area and this position requires U.S. citizenship due to client security clearance requirements.
  • Applicants must possess work authorization that does not require, now or in the future, employer sponsorship for a visa.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Preferred majors include Computer Science/Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or any Engineering discipline.

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive on‑the‑job and formal classroom training opportunities.
  • Access to a global learning portal with over 20,000 online resources.
  • Continuous professional development to build your technical and business acumen.
  • Opportunities for career growth within a global network of technology experts.

Required Skills

Microsoft Office
Visio
Analytical Thinking
Problem Solving
Effective Communication
Object Oriented Programming
Excel
Time Management
Team Collaboration