Software Engineer Level 2 – 3

Northrop Grumman

. Join Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector as a Level 2 or 3 Software Engineer .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $91,800 - $171,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development, including design, implementation, and testing, with a strong focus on object-oriented programming in Java within a Linux environment. Proficient in containerization, automation pipelines, and regression testing, while effectively collaborating across diverse engineering teams.

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Java ProgrammingObject-Oriented ProgrammingDocker and KubernetesJenkins and GitLabActive Top-Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentAutomated Regression TestingLinux EnvironmentGit Version ControlContainerizationAutomation PipelinesRESTful APIsNon-Relational DatabasesJavaScriptPython

Soft Skills

Clear DocumentationCollaborationMotivating TeamsPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

GitDockerKubernetesJenkinsGitLabAtlassian ToolsAgile Scrum

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Top-Secret ClearanceU.S. Citizenship

Industry Keywords

Software Development LifecycleService-Oriented ArchitecturesCommand and Control (C2)RF Chain ManagementGround Station Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DockerElasticSearchJavaJavaScriptJenkinsKubernetesLinuxPythonRabbitMQReact

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Join Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector as a Level 2 or 3 Software Engineer
Develop software across design, implementation, and testing
Use object-oriented programming and Java in a Linux environment
Work with Git version control and the software development lifecycle
Build and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes
Develop automation pipelines with Jenkins and GitLab
Perform automated regression testing at unit, integration, and system levels
Clearly document and present technical ideas
Collaborate across software, DevOps, systems administration, database, network, systems engineering, integration, test, and hardware engineering teams
Support cross-program collaboration, professional development, training, and engagement activities
Potentially support multiple products and prioritize requests from multiple customers
Travel up to 10% of the time

Requirements

What you’ll need

Level 2: Bachelor’s degree in science with 2+ years of software development experience; 0+ years with a Master’s; or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree
Level 3: Bachelor’s degree in science with 5+ years of software development experience; 3+ years with a Master’s; or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree
Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required at time of application
U.S. Citizenship required for positions with a government clearance
Software development experience across design, implementation, and test
Experience with object-oriented programming (OOP)
Experience with Git version control
Experience with software development lifecycle
Ability to clearly document and present technical ideas
Experience with Java programming
Experience with Linux environment
Experience with containerization using Docker and Kubernetes
Experience with automation pipelines using Jenkins and GitLab
Experience with automated regression testing at unit, integration, and system levels
Preferred: experience with service-oriented architectures
Preferred: experience with RESTful APIs
Preferred: experience with non-relational databases such as Elasticsearch
Preferred: experience with message brokers such as RabbitMQ
Preferred: experience with JavaScript and front-end libraries such as React
Preferred: experience with Python and Bash scripting
Preferred: experience with Atlassian tools including Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket
Preferred: experience with Agile Scrum processes and practices
Preferred: familiarity with Command and Control (C2) mission domain
Preferred: familiarity with common device protocols including REST, SNMP, GEMS, and SCPI
Preferred: familiarity with RF chain and/or ground station management
Preferred: ability to motivate a large agile team supporting multiple products
Preferred: ability to prioritize requests from multiple customers
Travel up to 10% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Overtime eligibility may apply
Shift differential may apply
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation or personal business
Professional development and training opportunities
Career advancement opportunities
Engagement and inclusion activities, including lunch-and-learns, campus events, and leadership mixers