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Software Engineer Principal

San Diego, CA, US • Posted 13 hours ago • Updated 13 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $160,001.00 - 200,000.00 per year

SAIC

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Skills

Collaboration
Streaming
Machine Learning (ML)
Kubernetes
Documentation
Science
Information Systems
Mathematics
Security Clearance
Security+
Cisco Certifications
JavaScript
Python
Node.js
D3.js
React.js
Java
Big Data
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Apache NiFi
Design Patterns
Object-Oriented Programming
SQL
Database
Linux
Shell Scripting
Extract
Transform
Load
Cloud Computing
Microsoft Azure
Amazon Web Services
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Collaboration
Streaming
Machine Learning (ML)
Kubernetes
Documentation
Science
Information Systems
Mathematics
Security Clearance
Security+
Cisco Certifications
JavaScript
Python
Node.js
D3.js
React.js
Java
Big Data
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Apache NiFi
Design Patterns
Object-Oriented Programming
SQL
Database
Linux
Shell Scripting
Extract
Transform
Load
Cloud Computing
Microsoft Azure
Amazon Web Services
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Summary

Job ID: 2616035

Location: San Diego, CA, US

Date Posted: 2026-08-24

Category: Software

Subcategory: SW Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Top_Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_HYBRID

Description

SAIC is looking for a Principal Software engineer to join our Solutions and Technology group. This is a hybrid role and candidates must resided in the San Diego area with the ability to work at our Point Loma location. Candidates must be able to go on site 3 days a week. Candidates must be able to do the following:

In a technical capacity, collaborate closely with clients to guarantee the seamless implementation of a streaming data platform and create innovative solutions that leverage it
According to client requirements, specify, construct, test, and implement specialized machine learning and/or other mission-focused systems
Engage in deployment and execution planning alongside clients
Directly support deployment of software on Kubernetes
Produce documentation for clients in order to assist with custom applications
Provide tutorials and technical information for product documentation
Full stack development using Python, Java, or JavaScript for front-end and back-end apps (node.js, D3.js, and React)
Java / Python development

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems / Information Technology / Mathematics or related field and nine (9) years of experience. Masters and 7 years of experience
Candidates must have a Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
IAT Level 1 (CompTIA Security + and CCNA) certification (can be obtained within 30 days of hire)
Must have experience with at least one of the following: Java, JavaScript or Python
Must have experience with at least one of the following: node.js, D3.js, or React
Must have experience with Cloud technologies such as AWS or Azure
Must have experience with SQL/Database
Must have experience with Linux and Shell scripting
Database / Java - Big data experience using Postgres on Mongo
Although not required, familiarity with Apache NiFi is preferred
Comprehending of design patterns that are object-oriented
SQL / Database integration experience
Familiar with Linux commands and shell scripting
Experience building data-driven applications with an understanding of ETL and data pipelines that support them
Experience working with Cloud technologies such as Azure and AWS

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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: 2616035
Posted 13 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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