Senior Software Engineer – Linux Backend Systems

Leonardo DRS

. Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain software applications and systems supporting radar and defense technology solutions .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeGermantown • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $107,089 - $144,570 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software design and development, particularly in Rust, C, and C++. Proficient in building and maintaining Linux-based services and automated CI/CD processes while leading technical initiatives and collaborating across engineering teams.

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Rust ProgrammingLinux ProficiencyCI/CD Pipeline DevelopmentNetworking ConceptsGit Version Control

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentDebuggingAutomated TestingShell ScriptingAPI DevelopmentMicroservices ArchitectureContainerizationProtobufGRPCBuild Systems

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipCollaborationMentoringCommunication

Tools & Technologies

JenkinsDockerGitCI/CD ToolsLinux

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Radar TechnologyDefense TechnologySoftware EngineeringSystems IntegrationTechnical Direction

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DockerGRPCJenkinsLinuxMicroservicesRustShell ScriptingC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain software applications and systems supporting radar and defense technology solutions
Translate customer, product, and system-level requirements into secure, scalable, and maintainable software designs
Develop primarily in Rust while working with C and C++ codebases, interfaces, or existing systems
Build and improve automated build, test, and deployment processes using Git, CI/CD pipelines, Jenkins or similar tools, and container-based environments
Build and troubleshoot Linux-based services involving networking, containers, microservices, and service-to-service communication
Lead assigned technical work and contribute to technical direction
Collaborate across engineering disciplines and with software, systems, hardware, integration, and test teams
Mentor teammates and communicate technical risks and tradeoffs
Contribute to design and architecture decisions, troubleshoot complex issues, and support delivery of integrated systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field
At least five years of relevant software engineering experience
Fluency in C, C++, or Rust, with ability and interest to become productive in Rust
Strong Linux proficiency, including command-line tools, shell scripting, automation, and build systems
Understanding of networking concepts and experience developing or troubleshooting networked services
Experience developing software communicating across processes, services, or systems using APIs, messaging, publish/subscribe patterns, protobuf, gRPC, or comparable approaches
Proficiency with Git
Experience with automated build, test, or CI/CD pipelines
Docker or comparable container technology experience preferred
Prior Rust experience preferred but not required
Ability to lead technical work independently and collaborate effectively
U.S. citizenship required
Active DoD security clearance or ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after employment begins

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company contribution to a health savings account
Telemedicine
Life and disability insurance
Legal insurance
401(k) savings plan with employer matching
Annual performance-based bonuses
Equity awards
Overtime pay for non-exempt employees, as applicable
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development support
Career growth and skill enhancement programs
Wellness programs focused on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
Flexible 9/80 work schedule
Community service hours