Software Developer – Strong C++ / Java Jobs

Software Developer – Strong C++ / Java ; Kubernetes, Docker or Podman

Location: Redstone Gateway, Huntsville, AL, 35808 (On-Site)

Clearance: Secret (must be current and active)

Compensation: 85-100K

Relocation: Will consider candidates that will relocate within 3-4 weeks of accepting an offer

Our Client is seeking multiple levels of Software Engineers to support the Missile and Space Command. Heavy C++ with working knowledge of Java. Containerized tools is a heavy plus. This role will focus on designing and developing secure, scalable, and high-performance software systems that operate within standalone and distributed computing environments. The ideal candidate will have experience in software development and system architecture with demonstrated experience leading Agile development teams in defense or mission-critical domains.

Must have an active and transferable DoD SECRET security clearance with current investigation at the required level. Must be able to maintain the required clearance

Key Responsibilities:
• Participate on a team of software developers supporting architecture discussions; code design, development and review to delivery; and integration
• Develop code based on written features in a highly collaborative environment, provide code-level insights to debug software
• Ensure adherence to software engineering standards, language style guides, best practices, and configuration management processes
• Develop UI/UX components and intuitive front-end solutions using C++ and working knowledge of Java is required.
• Work with containerization tools like Kubernetes, Docker and/or Podman to support the program’s shift toward microservices and scalable deployment models
• Collaborate in a fast-paced Agile environment, utilizing tools like Jira and Confluence (Digital Agility) for sprint tracking, backlog grooming, and team collaboration
• Participate in mixed classification and distributed computing environments for code development, deployment, and testing
• Assist teams with breaking down Feature development stories to actionable tasks that can be independently developed and collectively integrated
• Interface with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, software testers, product owners, and program leadership

Required Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience/combined education)
• Minimum of one to five years of professional software engineering experience
• Active DoD Secret clearance or higher
• Strong experience with C++ and working acknowledge of Java. Eclipse is a plus.
• Solid understanding of UI/UX design principles and implementation
• Background in distributed systems, local compute cluster platforms / cloud architectures, and containerized environments (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker, Podman)

Desired Skills (Not required):
• Typescript/Javcascript and React experience
• Experience with deploying software in a cloud environment (either Azure or AWS)
• Experience integrating with tools and technologies such as RabbitMQ, Storybook, Jupyter Notebooks, Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence), and Digital Agility
• Experience with Kubernetes (might be listed as K3s, RKE2, AKS, or EKS on their resume)
• Experience supporting DoD or aerospace/defense programs
• Experience with the OpenSplice software
• Experience with Test-Driven development practices
• Knowledge of OSF-G architecture or similar real-time frameworks
• Experience with DevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD processes

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