10 results for Software Specialist I in Washington, DC

Software Engineer

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary
50 - 65 USD / Hourly
Job Title: Software Engineer (Microsoft Stack / .NET)Location: Washington, DC Company: Robert Half Tech Focus: .NET 10/11, Azure, Blazor, and AI-Integration Role OverviewYou will be responsible for designing and developing the next generation of enterprise applications that power the District’s most critical industries. In 2026, our "Microsoft Stack" isn't just about the backend; it's a full-stack journey using Blazor for interactive UIs, .NET Aspire for cloud-ready distribution, and Azure OpenAI to build intelligent features directly into the business workflow.
2026-02-16T00:00:00Z

Software Developer

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary
45 - 80 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Full Stack Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable web applications across the full technology stack. In this role, you will work closely with product, design, and engineering teams to deliver high‑quality features, improve system performance, and ensure seamless user experiences. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across both front‑end and back‑end technologies, modern cloud environments, APIs, and databases.Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop, test, and deploy full‑stack applications using modern front‑end and back‑end frameworks.</li><li>Build and maintain RESTful APIs and integration services.</li><li>Implement responsive, user-friendly UI components and front-end features.</li><li>Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and data models.</li><li>Work with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) to deploy and scale services.</li><li>Collaborate with product and design teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.</li><li>Ensure code quality through reviews, testing, and best practices.</li><li>Troubleshoot issues, improve performance, and enhance application reliability.</li></ul>
2026-02-26T00:00:00Z

Software Developer

Washington, DC
onsite
Permanent
125000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Software Developer to join our team in Washington, District of Columbia. In this role, you will focus on creating and optimizing solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform while collaborating with stakeholders to address business needs. This position offers an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in software development to drive innovative and efficient solutions. Responsibilities: • Collaborate with stakeholders, project managers, and technical teams to identify requirements and translate them into Power Platform solutions. • Design and develop custom applications using Power Apps, ensuring smooth integration with existing systems. • Create automated workflows using Power Automate to enhance business processes and minimize manual efforts. • Develop and deploy conversational AI experiences with Copilot Studio to address organizational needs. • Utilize programming languages such as JavaScript, Power Fx, and C# to build efficient and scalable solutions. • Ensure that all solutions align with organizational goals and meet performance standards. • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Power Platform applications to maintain operational efficiency. • Stay updated on emerging technologies and tools within the Microsoft ecosystem to continuously improve solutions. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation and delivery of projects.
2026-03-03T00:00:00Z

Software Engineering II

Gaithersburg, MD
onsite
Temporary
53 - 60 USD / Hourly
Locations: Gaithersburg, MD • Eagan, MN • Egg Harbor, NJSchedule: Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust (U.S. Citizenship required)OverviewWe are seeking a Junior Software Engineer with AI-enabled development experience to support a large-scale modernization program involving real‑time, high‑availability, safety‑critical systems. This role combines traditional software engineering with emerging AI‑augmented development techniques to enhance delivery, code quality, and system performance.This position is ideal for engineers who actively apply AI in their day‑to‑day workflow and want to contribute to a mission-critical, complex engineering environment. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Design, develop, test, and maintain software for real-time, high-availability systems.</li><li>Use AI-assisted development tools to accelerate coding, refactoring, debugging, and automated test generation.</li><li>Apply responsible AI practices across the full SDLC — requirements, design, implementation, testing, documentation, and code review.</li><li>Analyze complex system requirements and translate them into efficient, maintainable designs.</li><li>Develop and maintain automation scripts across development, test, and production environments.</li><li>Promote code quality, reuse, traceability, and cross-team collaboration.</li></ul>
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Software Development III

Arlington, VA
onsite
Temporary
75.24 - 75.24 USD / Hourly
This role is part of a technical sub-family responsible for writing and maintaining source code, building and maintaining software applications, and applying frameworks involved in the software release lifecycle. This includes programming, documentation, configuration management, testing, debugging, and overall stewardship of applications and frameworks that become production-ready software products.This role works independently on day-to-day objectives and is responsible for delivering high-impact results across projects or technical areas. This position may also coach and review work performed by junior or lower-level technical staff. Key Responsibilities:· Analyze, design, develop, and update software to support new features and system performance improvements.· Develop high-quality C++ applications in a Linux-based environment.· Implement and maintain communication interfaces and protocols including TCP/IP, UDP, and DDS.· Utilize Docker and Kubernetes (RKE2) for containerization, orchestration, and deployment automation.· Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams to support deployments and integrations.· Apply strong understanding of Linux system internals for troubleshooting and development.· Manage and maintain software source control and configuration using industry‑standard tools.· Contribute to solution design discussions, influencing process and approach for the broader team.
2026-03-12T00:00:00Z

Software Architect

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary
80 - 84 USD / Hourly
Position OverviewWe are seeking a Software Architect who can both deliver and “sell” the technical vision—someone who is equally comfortable architecting solutions and communicating them to business stakeholders and executives. You will create architecture blueprints, define application frameworks, and guide the integration of applications across a complex enterprise ecosystem. This role is 100% onsite in Washington, DC and requires strong stakeholder engagement, clear verbal/written communication, and the ability to discuss emerging technologies and their practical application. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Enterprise Architecture Leadership: Lead the design and implementation of the enterprise application architecture strategy aligned to business and IT goals.</li><li>Solution Delivery Ownership: Oversee the full lifecycle of enterprise applications—from ideation and design through deployment and operational support.</li><li>Systems Integration: Define and validate integration patterns across platforms and systems for high availability and interoperability (APIs, microservices, messaging).</li><li>Cloud Architecture: Architect cloud‑native and hybrid solutions on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, optimizing for scalability, security, reliability, and cost.</li><li>Technical Evangelism: Present architecture options and trade‑offs to stakeholders; “sell the vision” and secure alignment across technical and non‑technical audiences.</li><li>Standards & Governance: Produce architecture documentation (technical specs, process flows, integration patterns); contribute to standards, guardrails, and best practices.</li><li>Performance & Reliability: Guide teams on non‑functional requirements (performance, security, observability, availability, DR).</li><li>Team Collaboration: Partner with engineering, product, and operations; mentor developers and influence sprint goals, estimates (including sprint pointing), and delivery quality.</li></ul>
2026-02-19T00:00:00Z

Web Developer

Washington, DC
remote
Temporary
47.8135 - 55.363 USD / Hourly
Job Summary:We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Front-End Web Developer with a strong background in Figma and experience working with Content Management Systems (CMS). The ideal candidate will be responsible for translating UI/UX designs into responsive, high-performance web interfaces and maintaining CMS-driven websites.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Collaborate with designers to convert Figma mockups into pixel-perfect, responsive web pages.</li><li>Develop and maintain front-end components using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js).</li><li>Integrate and customize CMS platforms such as WordPress, Drupal, or Contentful.</li><li>Ensure cross-browser compatibility and optimize performance across devices.</li><li>Work closely with back-end developers to implement APIs and dynamic content.</li><li>Conduct regular website maintenance, updates, and troubleshooting.</li><li>Stay current with emerging web technologies and best practices.</li></ul>
2026-03-04T00:00:00Z

Help Desk Analyst I

Herndon, VA
onsite
Temporary
20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated Help Desk Analyst I to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Reston, Virginia. This position involves providing technical support for hardware and software issues, as well as troubleshooting basic network problems. The ideal candidate will have a proactive approach to resolving tickets and ensuring smooth IT operations. Responsibilities: • Respond to and resolve day-to-day technical support requests, including hardware and software-related issues. • Troubleshoot Wi-Fi connectivity problems and provide efficient solutions. • Manage password resets and assist users with account recovery. • Perform light Active Directory tasks, such as user account modifications. • Triage and escalate complex tickets to higher-level support teams. • Maintain detailed records of support activities and ticket resolutions. • Assist in diagnosing and resolving basic networking issues. • Provide exceptional customer service while addressing user concerns. • Identify recurring issues and suggest improvements to prevent future occurrences. • Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless IT operations across the organization.
2026-02-26T00:00:00Z

Software Development IV

Arlington, VA
onsite
Temporary
94.87 - 94.87 USD / Hourly
This role supports a key Federal defense program and is responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing complex software applications and frameworks across the full software release lifecycle. This role requires expert-level technical proficiency, strong problem-solving abilities, and the ability to contribute to multiple technical domains concurrently.This position works onsite in Arlington, VA, collaborating closely with an all-onshore engineering team. Ideal candidates will be able to quickly ramp up in a fast-paced environment and hit the ground running. Key Responsibilities:· Analyze, design, develop, and update software for new features, system enhancements, and performance improvements.· Write, maintain, and document high-quality C++ source code.· Develop solutions for complex technical problems affecting multiple systems and disciplines.· Implement and maintain communication interfaces using protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, and DDS.· Work within the Linux operating system at an advanced level.· Support containerization and automated deployment using Docker and Kubernetes (RKE2).· Collaborate across engineering, operations, and integration teams to support software deployments.· Utilize software source control and configuration management tools.
2026-03-16T00:00:00Z

Operations Specialist

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary
19 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Operations Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Washington, District of Columbia. In this role, you will manage operational tasks related to package handling, customer communication, and mail logistics. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and possess strong organizational skills. Responsibilities: • Review and determine the acceptance or rejection of incoming packages based on established criteria. • Maintain accurate logs of all operational activities, ensuring data is up-to-date and accessible. • Communicate effectively with customers to address inquiries and provide updates on package statuses. • Organize and coordinate the shipment of documents and mail on a weekly schedule. • Utilize CRM tools to manage and track customer interactions and operational workflows. • Process data efficiently to support accurate recordkeeping and reporting. • Ensure timely handling of daily mail operations, meeting organizational deadlines. • Collaborate with team members to enhance workflow efficiency and resolve operational challenges.
2026-03-09T00:00:00Z