Software Developer

MUST HAVE A TOP SECRET CLEARANCE OR TS/SCI. DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE EITHER OF THESE SECURITY CLEARANCES.
Description
Basic Qualifications:
Principal Software Engineer: Bachelor's degree in Science with 5+ years of software development experience; 3+ years with a Master's; 0 years with a PhD; or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Experience as a front-end, back-end, or full-stack developer
Experience developing on teams using Agile methodology, process, and tools
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting in Java
Experience using object oriented design
Experience using version control software
Current Top Secret/SCI security clearance required to apply
Candidate must be able to obtain a Counterintelligence Polygraph (CI-Poly)
Offers are contingent upon receiving the Top Secret (TS) / SCI clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
It is preferred that a given candidate has some of the preferred qualification below. No expectation of all.
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting in C++, C, Python, and/or JavaScript
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting in virtualized environments (VMs, AWS Cloud Instances)
Experience with software development on Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Experience with Dockerization and Container Management (Dockers and Kubernetes)
Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)
Experience with AWS Services
Experience with software system integration, testing, and deployment, including but not limited to automation
Experience with DevOps and/or Site Reliability Engineering

Requisition ID: R10162471 Aurora
Basic Qualifications:
Sr Principal Software Engineer: Bachelor's degree in Science with 9+ years of software development experience; 7 years with a Master's; 0 years with a PhD; or 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience as a front-end, back-end, or full-stack developer
Experience developing on teams using Agile methodology, process, and tools
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting in Java
Experience using object oriented design
Experience using version control software
Must have a current Top Secret security clearance and the ability to qualify for an SCI to be considered
Must be able to obtain a Counterintelligence Polygraph (CI-Poly)
Offers are contingent upon receiving the Top Secret (TS) / SCI clearance
Preferred Qualifications
It is preferred that a given candidate has some of the preferred qualification below. No expectation of all.
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting in C++, C, Python, and/or JavaScript
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting distributed systems
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting in virtualized environments (VMs, AWS Cloud Instances)
Experience as a full-stack developer
Experience with software development on Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Experience with range of software development phases from research, to new development, and to operations
Experience with Dockerization and Container Management (Dockers and Kubernetes)
Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)
Experience with AWS Services
Experience with ground command/control or ground processing systems (scheduling, tasking, antennas, hardware interfaces, data processing)
Experience with software system integration, testing, and deployment, including but not limited to automation
Experience with DevOps and/or Site Reliability Engineering
Experience in leading software engineers in roles such as Scrum Master, Team Lead, Product Owner, or similar
Current Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Current Counterintelligence Polygraph (CI-Poly) completed within the last 5 years

Requisition ID: R10164826 Fairfax, Linthicum
Basic Qualifications:
Principal Software Engineer: Bachelor's degree in sciences with 5+ years of software development experience; 3+ years with a Master's; 0 years with a PhD; or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Sr. Principal Software Engineer Bachelor's + 9 years of exp; Master's + 7 years of exp; PhD + 4 years of exp. or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Experience as a front-end, back-end, or full-stack developer
Experience developing on teams using Agile methodology, process, and tools
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting in Java
Experience using object-oriented design
Experience using version control software
Current Top Secret/SCI security clearance required to apply
Candidate must be able to obtain a Counterintelligence Polygraph (CI-Poly)
Offers are contingent upon receiving the Top Secret (TS) / SCI clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
It is preferred that a given candidate has some of the preferred qualification below. No expectation of all.
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting in C++, C, Python, and/or JavaScript
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting in virtualized environments (VMs, AWS Cloud Instances)
Experience with software development on Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Experience with Dockerization and Container Management (Dockers and Kubernetes)
Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)
Experience with AWS Services
Experience with software system integration, testing, and deployment, including but not limited to automation
Experience with DevOps and/or Site Reliability Engineering

Requisition ID: R10164835 Fairfax, Linthicum
Basic Qualifications:
Staff Software Engineer Bachelor's + 14 years of exp; Master's + 12 years of exp: PhD + 9 years of exp or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Experience as a front-end, back-end, or full-stack developer
Experience developing on teams using Agile methodology, process, and tools
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting in Java
Experience using object-oriented design
Experience using version control software
Current Top Secret/SCI security clearance required to apply
Candidate must be able to obtain a Counterintelligence Polygraph (CI-Poly)

Offers are contingent upon receiving the Top Secret (TS) / SCI clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
It is preferred that a given candidate has some of the preferred qualification below. No expectation of all.
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting in C++, C, Python, and/or JavaScript
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting in virtualized environments (VMs, AWS Cloud Instances)
Experience with software development on Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Experience with Dockerization and Container Management (Dockers and Kubernetes)
Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)
Experience with AWS Services
Experience with software system integration, testing, and deployment, including but not limited to automation
Experience with DevOps and/or Site Reliability Engineering
Skills
Java, XML, Microservices, hw/sw, Integration, Satellite Domain
Top Skills Details
Java,XML,Microservices,hw/sw,Integration,Satellite Domain
Additional Skills & Qualifications
The mobile ground station solution advances the JADC2 mission, providing multi-domain data directly to the tactical edge.
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) continues to pioneer the latest mobile ground station technology for the frontline with its recently awarded Maritime Targeting Cell - Expeditionary (MTC-X) contract. This program supports the Department of Defense's strategy for its Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) mission to conduct multi-domain operations by providing critical data to the frontline.
The MTC-X mobile prototype system will:
Deliver multi-domain data for forward-deployed units and individual warfighters far from established bases;
Fully integrate data from multiple assets into a single mobile system;
Reduce sensor-to-shooter timelines and maximize the effectiveness of long-range precision fires; and
Allow for rapid assembly for quick and agile maneuverability with ground forces.

Expert:
Pablo Pezzimenti, vice president, integrated national systems, Northrop Grumman: "We designed this innovative technology for warfighters in situations where mobility is crucial for mission execution. This platform provides the latest multi-domain data at their fingertips, allowing commanders to make the best decisions possible for any mission on land, air or sea."
Details on MTC-X:
The MTC-X mobile prototype development is a modification to an existing Maritime Targeting Cell - Afloat (MTC-A) program's Indefinite Duration, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The mobile prototype supports the U.S. Marine Corps Force Design 2030 by delivering information that enables critical decision-making for mission specific needs . with resiliency.
JADC2 - The mission of Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) is to modernize the U.S. military's command and control (C2) capabilities. JADC2's goal is to give the warfighter the ability to sense, make sense of, and act on infor
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Aurora, CO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $95.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Aurora,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2026.
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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.