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Senior Software Engineer

Huntsville, AL, US • Posted 10 hours ago • Updated 10 hours ago

Full Time

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Skills

Sensors
Open Systems
Debugging
Optimization
Mentorship
Technical Direction
Collaboration
System Requirements
Computer Hardware
Network
Emerging Technologies
Documentation
Technical Writing
Security Clearance
Programming Languages
C++
C
Network Protocols
Real-time
Operating Systems
Unix
POSIX
Linux
ARINC 653
Microsoft Windows
Analytical Skill
Communication
Software Testing
Quality Assurance
Software Development
Software Development Methodology
Agile
Bug Tracking
Test Management
JIRA
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Sensors
Open Systems
Debugging
Optimization
Mentorship
Technical Direction
Collaboration
System Requirements
Computer Hardware
Network
Emerging Technologies
Documentation
Technical Writing
Security Clearance
Programming Languages
C++
C
Network Protocols
Real-time
Operating Systems
Unix
POSIX
Linux
ARINC 653
Microsoft Windows
Analytical Skill
Communication
Software Testing
Quality Assurance
Software Development
Software Development Methodology
Agile
Bug Tracking
Test Management
JIRA
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Summary

Job ID: 2617004

Location: Huntsville, AL, US

Date Posted: 2026-09-18

Category: Software

Subcategory: SW Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to take a prominent role in the design, development, and integration of complex software systems located onsite at the Odyssey Drive facility in Huntsville, Alabama.

The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

Future Airborne Capability Environment (FACE), Modular Open System Approach (MOSA), Hardware
Open System Technology (HOST), and/or Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA) experience
Support the design and implementation of software solutions, ensuring high-quality,
maintainable, and scalable code
Assist with efforts in debugging, and optimization for large-scale systems
Providing guidance, mentoring, and technical direction to engineers
Be involved in architectural reviews, design discussions, and ensure adherence to best practices across the engineering team
Collaborate with managers, systems engineers, hardware engineers, network engineers, and other stakeholders to define system requirements and ensure seamless integration between software, hardware, and network components
Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends, new tools, frameworks, and methodologies that improve the development process and system performance
Documentation & Communication: Responsible for creation of detailed technical documentation, including system
designs, APIs, and architectural diagrams. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical
stakeholders and executives

Qualifications

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree and nine (9) years' experience; additional four (4) years' experience can be considered in lieu of degree

Required Clearance:

Must possess an active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance; ship required

Required Skills:

Experience with Model Based Software Development (MBSD) and the Agile development process
Deep knowledge of designing scalable, maintainable, and high-performance software systems and patterns
Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., C++, C) and strong familiarity with modern development and tools
Knowledge of network protocols and real-time systems
Familiar with multiple operating systems such as UNIX, POSIX, LINUX, ARINC 653, and Windows
Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve complex technical challenges
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

Coursework or projects related to software testing or quality assurance
Exposure to software development life cycles (SDLC) and agile methodologies
Experience with bug-tracking or test management tools specifically Jira

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2617004
Posted 10 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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