Senior Software Developer — Forward Deployed

Job overview

The Senior Software Developer works in a hybrid arrangement in Herndon, VA, with compensation of $110,000–$170,000 annually. The role is part of Idea Entity’s Software Development department, building scalable workflows and software solutions for customer needs. The developer works across a small delivery pod to understand operational challenges and take capabilities from discovery and design through deployment and improvement. The role uses AI-assisted tools throughout the software development lifecycle and contributes to customer outcomes through end-to-end engineering ownership.

What you'll do

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and support software
• use AI-assisted tools throughout the development lifecycle
• work with customers and end users to clarify needs
• own assigned capabilities from problem definition through production and iteration
• build portals, dashboards, workflows, APIs, integrations, and AI-enabled features
• lead code and design reviews
• support production
• mentor developers and improve engineering practices.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior software developer

forward deployed

hybrid

herndon va

idea entity

ai-assisted development

javascript

typescript

react

rest apis

azure

$110k–$170k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health care plans including HSA/FSA
• 401(k) with employer match
• paid time off and federal holidays
• hybrid work
• continuous growth and learning.

Why this role

Hybrid work environment; health plans, 401(k) match, paid time off, and continuous learning opportunities.

About the employer

Idea Entity is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.