Software Engineer - Gilbert

Salary: $79,300 - 137,600 per year Requirements:

• We require a bachelors degree with 2 years of relevant experience, or a masters degree; we may consider an additional 4 years of experience in place of a degree.
• We require an active SCI clearance at the time of application, or an active TS clearance with the ability to obtain SCI within a reasonable timeframe before the start date.
• We need advanced object-oriented programming expertise.
• We require C++ programming experience.
• We require knowledge of the Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system.
• Preferred: DevSecOps test automation experience.
• Preferred: Experience with programming or scripting languages such as C, C++, Java, Python, or Perl.
• Preferred: Strong math and algorithm skills.
• Preferred: Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to work effectively with employees, management, and stakeholders at all levels.
• Preferred: Prior participation on an Agile scrum team or familiarity with Agile processes.
• Preferred: Familiarity with the Atlassian tool suite, including Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, and Bamboo.
• Preferred: Experience developing in a Linux environment using git.
• Preferred: Proven problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Preferred: An active TS/SCI security clearance.

• We develop and sustain multiple mission operational software product lines.
• We create new capabilities to support evolving program needs.
• We work within a large, multi-subsystem team with specialized software focus areas.
• We provide innovative software solutions to complex challenges in support of our national security mission.
• We complete required training in Redondo Beach, CA for approximately 4 consecutive weeks.

• Atlassian
• Bamboo
• BitBucket
• Confluence
• DevSecOps
• Git
• Support
• JIRA
• Java
• Linux
• Perl
• Python
• Security
• C++

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Northrop Grummans Space Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineer - Level 2 to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA, Aurora, CO, or Gilbert, AZ. Relocation assistance may be available, travel is expected 25% of the time, and the role requires clearance for start. We offer a competitive salary range of $79,300.00 to $137,600.00, with potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and long-term incentives depending on the role. Our benefits include health insurance, life and disability coverage, a savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off for vacation or personal business. We are an equal opportunity employer, and the application window is estimated at 20 days from posting, though it may change based on business needs and candidate availability.

last updated 36 week of 2026