Senior Specialist, Software Engineer (Palm Bay) (TS/SCI) - 40955

Senior Specialist, Software Engineer (Palm Bay) (TS/SCI)_Palm Bay, FL_Full-Time(FTE)_Direct Hire

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Position Title: Senior Specialist, Software Engineer (Palm Bay) (TS/SCI)
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Palm Bay, FL
Base Salary: $97,000 to $180,000 + Best-in-class benefits
Industry: Aerospace / Aviation / Defense
Job Category: Information Technology - Other IT
Active TS/SCI w CI Polygraph.

Job Description:

*We are seeking a Software Engineer in Palm Bay, Florida to design, develop, integrate, and sustain mission-focused software solutions. 
*In this role, you'll work across a diverse technical landscape from embedded software and backend services to web applications, containerized environments, and DevOps workflows.
*The ideal candidate thrives in varied technical environments and brings experience with technologies including C++, Python, JavaScript, React, and Docker-based development. 
*You'll play a key role in supporting secure, mission-critical programs that make a real impact.

Essential Functions:
*Contribute to the design, development, integration, test, and sustainment of software solutions across embedded systems, backend services, and web-based applications.
*Develop and maintain software using technologies such as C++, Python, JavaScript, and React in support of mission and program requirements.
*Support containerized development and deployment workflows using Docker and established DevOps practices to improve delivery efficiency, consistency, and reliability.
*Collaborate with systems engineering, software engineering, integration, and program teams to implement technical solutions aligned with operational and customer needs.
*Participate in software troubleshooting, defect resolution, performance improvement, and technical problem solving across the development lifecycle.
*Create and maintain technical documentation, code artifacts, and engineering products that support integration, testing, deployment, and long-term sustainment.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
Active TS/SCI is required.

Preferred Additional Skills:
*Active TS/SCI w CI Polygraph.
*Experience contributing across both embedded and web application environments.
*Experience with React and modern JavaScript development for user-facing applications.
*Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD workflows, and containerized software delivery.
*Experience developing or integrating software in Linux-based environments.
*Experience in software engineering for one or more of the following areas: embedded software, backend services, full stack applications, or web application development.
*Hands-on development experience with one or more relevant programming languages such as C++, Python, or JavaScript.
*Experience working with modern software development practices, including version control, code reviews, debugging, and automated build or test workflows.
*Familiarity with Docker-based development environments, containerized applications, or DevOps-oriented software delivery practices.
*Ability to contribute effectively as an individual contributor on a technical team supporting secure, mission-focused software programs.

Skills and Certifications:
Active TS Clearance
Security Clearance Required: Yes

Compensation:
Full-time
Benefits - Full
Relocation Assistance Available - Possible for ideal candidate

Candidate Details:
7+ to 10 years experience
Seniority Level - Mid-Senior
Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree
Willingness to Travel - Occasionally
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Screening Questions:

# Do you currently hold an active TS/SCI security clearance?
# Are you authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship?
# How many years of professional software development experience do you have, and how many years have you worked specifically on mission-critical/defense or aerospace software?
# How many years of hands-on professional experience do you have developing software using C++ and Python? Please mention your approximate years with each.
# How many years of hands-on experience do you have developing user-facing web applications using React and modern JavaScript?
# How many years of experience do you have working with Docker/containerized applications and DevOps or CI/CD workflows?
# How many years of experience do you have developing or integrating software in Linux-based environments, particularly across embedded, backend, or full-stack applications?
# What is the reason for seeking change from your current role?
# What are your annual base salary expectations (USD)?
# Are you open for Palm Bay, FL (Onsite):
# Current Location, State with zip code: