Senior Software Developer

Confidential Opportunity

Senior Software Developer

Senior Software Developer opportunity in Tucson, Arizona, with a confidential employer offers a chance to build custom geolocation and digital communications systems that support national security. The role demands an active TS/SCI clearance, expert Golang skills, and a tenacious, results-driven mindset. Full relocation and a competitive salary package are provided.

Role Snapshot

CompanyConfidential Employer


LocationTucson, Arizona, USA


IndustryAerospace / Defense


Compensation$160,000 - $260,000 per year


Employment TypeFull Time/Direct Hire


Remote StatusNo Remote


Total Openings1


Work Experience15 - 25 years



Opportunity

Imagine applying your deep software expertise to systems that directly protect national security. As a Senior Software Developer in Tucson, you'll join a tight-knit, multi-disciplinary R&D team that invents advanced geolocation algorithms and delivers fully integrated solutions to frontline defense customers. This is hands-on, high-impact work where your creativity and tenacity will be your greatest assets.

You will own the entire software lifecycle-from architecture and design through deployment and operational support. Your daily work involves building robust APIs, integrating cloud services, and ensuring performance and scalability in a Linux environment. Every line of code you write contributes to a mission that safeguards the country, giving your work a profound sense of purpose.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic, research-driven atmosphere. You have at least fifteen years of hands-on experience, expert knowledge of Golang, and a track record of delivering complex enterprise software. You mentor junior engineers naturally, communicate complex ideas with ease, and are eager to propose improvements. An active TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship are non-negotiable, as is your willingness to work on-site in Tucson.

In return, you'll receive a top-tier compensation package that includes a base salary up to $260,000, stock options, full healthcare, and a 401(k) plan. Full relocation is provided, so you can focus on making your next career move count. If you're a tenacious, results-driven software leader ready to take on a mission that matters, we want to hear from you. Apply today and let's discuss how you can make a difference.

Non-Negotiables

• You must be a United States citizen and hold an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
• A bachelor's, master's, or PhD degree in computer engineering or computer science is required
• You need at least fifteen years of professional experience in software engineering or a related discipline
• Expert-level knowledge of Golang and its use in enterprise-scale applications is essential
• You must have extensive experience building quality APIs and integrating internal and third-party services
• Demonstrated ability to design software architecture for functionality, performance, scalability, and maintainability is required
• The role is fully on-site in Tucson, Arizona; remote or hybrid work is not available

What's In It For You

• The position offers a highly competitive annual salary ranging from $160,000 to $260,000, depending on experience
• Full relocation assistance is provided to help you move to the Tucson area
• You will receive stock options and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Fully paid healthcare coverage ensures you and your family are well taken care of
• You'll have the opportunity to work on mission-critical national security projects with direct, real-world impact
• This role provides a collaborative, multi-disciplinary R&D environment alongside top engineers, mathematicians, and scientists
• Professional growth is encouraged, including technical leadership opportunities and mentorship of junior team members

Responsibilities

• Design, architect, develop, test, and deploy fully integrated software for advanced geolocation and communication systems
• Build and maintain infrastructure to support seamless integration between applications and third-party services
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions
• Provide technical leadership, mentor junior team members, and help grow the team's technical capabilities
• Stay current with emerging technologies and experiment with innovative solutions to improve our projects
• Work across all functional areas, from systems engineering and development to deployment and operational maintenance
• Proactively propose improvements to applications and frameworks, and work with minimal supervision to drive results

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience providing technical leadership and mentoring other engineers is highly valued
• High proficiency in C++ and Python for engineering or scientific applications within Linux environments is desired
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) will strengthen your application
• Knowledge of JavaScript and modern web frameworks like VueJS or React is a plus
• Experience automating enterprise workflows using tools like GitLab, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes is advantageous
• Understanding of Agile development processes and the ability to lead Agile teams is preferred
• An advanced degree (master's or PhD) in computer science or a related field is a nice-to-have

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