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Mid-Level Linux Software Engineer

Jacobs

Location

Chantilly, VA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/14/2026

Compensation

$100,000 - $140,000 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

The Mid-Level Linux Software Engineer position at Jacobs involves working in a collaborative team to design, implement, and test high-performance computing products. The role is based in either Rockville, MD or Chantilly, VA, and requires a strong understanding of Linux and C++. The engineer will engage in research projects and support the integration and testing of hardware components. This position is crucial for developing solutions that address national security and defense challenges.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • 5-10 years of relevant professional software development experience using C++ on Linux
  • Understanding of object-oriented design principles
  • Familiarity with Linux operating system concepts including kernel, memory, I/O, networking, and file systems
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Capable of obtaining a security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with a team of engineers to design, implement, and test high-performance computing products
  • Support and maintain high-performance computing products and related documentation
  • Interact with team members to define and derive requirements and understand use cases
  • Collaborate with hardware team members to support design, integration, and test activities
  • Research current technological trends and participate in research projects for future products

Benefits

  • Employees at Jacobs are often offered benefits designed around physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing, including health and safety programs, mental health support, retirement and financial planning resources, flexible time off and initiatives that support a strong culture of caring.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

55

FY2026

Approval rate

98.3%

FY2026

LCA certified

32

FY2026

Entry-level share

18.8%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+57%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-80%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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