Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman

. Design, develop, document, test, and debug application software and systems containing logical and mathematical solutions .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $65,800 - $213,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software design, development, and debugging, with a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and experience in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Node.js, Go, or Java. Holds an active U.S. Government security clearance and possesses a STEM degree, emphasizing collaboration in multidisciplinary research and adherence to software standards.

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Software Development LifecycleC/C++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingActive U.S. Government Security ClearanceAgile Principles

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Hard Skills

Software DesignSoftware DevelopmentDebuggingCompilers DevelopmentAssemblers DevelopmentUtility Programs DevelopmentOperating Systems DevelopmentGround Software DevelopmentMathematical SolutionsSystem Analysis

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Red Hat Enterprise LinuxAtlassian Tools

Industry Keywords

STEM DegreeU.S. CitizenshipNational Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaJavaScriptLinuxNode.jsPythonC++Go

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, document, test, and debug application software and systems containing logical and mathematical solutions
Conduct multidisciplinary research
Collaborate with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software
Determine computer user needs
Analyze system capabilities to resolve problems involving program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls
Prepare operating instructions
Design and develop compilers, assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems
Ensure software standards are met
Support teams developing and deploying technologies relevant to national security

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or Master's degree (Level 1)
Bachelor's degree with 2 years of professional experience or Master's degree with 1 year (Level 2)
Bachelor's degree with 5 years of professional experience, or Master's degree with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year (Level 3)
Bachelor's degree with 8 years of professional experience, or Master's degree with 6 years, or PhD with 4 years (Level 4)
An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Active U.S. Government security clearance required at the time of application
Experience with programming/scripting languages
Understanding of all aspects of the software development lifecycle
STEM degree preferred
Active Top Secret clearance preferred
Experience in ground software development preferred
Experience with one or more of C/C++, Python, Node.js, Go, or Java preferred
Knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system preferred
Familiarity with Agile principles, processes, and Atlassian tools preferred
U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Overtime eligibility may apply depending on the position
Shift differential may apply depending on the position
Discretionary bonus may be available
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business