Junior Software Engineer, IAM

GovCIO

. Design, develop, test, and maintain software components and services supporting ICAM products (SSO, IGA, PAM, MPI, VHIC, Active Directory) .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $75,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development with a focus on Java and Python, including API design and integration, SQL database management, and CI/CD practices. Proficient in Agile methodologies and technical documentation, with a commitment to secure coding and compliance standards.

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Java DevelopmentPython DevelopmentRESTful API IntegrationSQL Query WritingAgile/Scrum Experience

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Hard Skills

JavaPythonSQLRESTful APIsSOAP APIsJSONXMLCI/CD PipelinesSecure Coding PracticesAutomated Unit Testing

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTechnical Documentation

Tools & Technologies

GitMicrosoft AzureConfiguration-as-Code Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Suitability/Public Trust Clearance

Industry Keywords

ICAMIAMSSOPAMIGAMFAMaster Person IndexSection 508WCAG 2.2Federal Civilian Agency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudJavaPythonSOAPSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, test, and maintain software components and services supporting ICAM products (SSO, IGA, PAM, MPI, VHIC, Active Directory)
Build and integrate RESTful and SOAP APIs connecting ICAM services with VA applications and external systems, including JSON and XML message/payload design
Write and maintain SQL queries, stored procedures, and data access code for identity data validation, reconciliation, and reporting
Develop backend services and integration components primarily in Java and Python using secure coding practices and enterprise coding standards
Support onboarding of new application integrations within CI/CD pipelines and configuration-as-code deployments
Troubleshoot production defects and issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement fixes
Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and peer design reviews
Support identity resolution and person-matching feature development with the IAM Architecture team
Document application design, APIs, data interfaces, and technical runbooks
Participate in Agile/SAFe ceremonies and deliver user stories
Coordinate code deployments and release activities with the IAM Release Manager
Support Section 508 compliance and remediation efforts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, and 3-5 years of professional software development experience (or commensurate combination of education and experience)
Hands-on experience developing in Python and Java
Experience designing, building, or integrating with RESTful and/or SOAP APIs
Experience working with JSON and XML data formats, including parsing, transformation, and payload design
Experience writing SQL queries and working with relational databases
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative software development practices
Experience working within Agile Scrum or SAFe delivery teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation
Must be able to obtain and maintain a suitability/public trust clearance
Preferred: Experience supporting an IAM/ICAM or other IT program at the Department of Veterans Affairs or another federal civilian agency
Preferred: Familiarity with IAM/ICAM concepts and technologies, such as SSO, SAML/OAuth/OIDC, MFA, PAM, IGA, and Master Person Index (MPI)/identity resolution
Preferred: Experience with CI/CD pipelines and configuration-as-code tools
Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud application development or deployment
Preferred: Experience with automated unit testing frameworks
Preferred: Familiarity with Section 508 and WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards as applied to application development