Senior Software Engineer

Role Overview BBN is looking for an individual excited by the prospect of developing exploits, implants, and payloads to deter and defeat our Nation’s adversaries. You are an ideal candidate if you are creative, curious, and persistent in finding system vulnerabilities. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who wants to create, contribute to, and grow cutting‑edge research and development projects for offensive cyberspace operations. What You Will Do Work with a small team on cutting‑edge research and development projects. Design and develop prototype software using the latest open‑source technologies. Receive and incorporate feedback from end users, field tests, and exercises. Explore technical possibilities collaboratively with motivated, world‑class colleagues. Deliver practical solutions to complex problems. Provide on‑site support to customer environments in San Diego, CA or Honolulu, HI. Willing to travel 10% to 15%. Qualifications You Must Have BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or relevant field plus 5 years of related experience, or MS plus 3 years’ experience, or PhD graduate. Significant experience with Java, Linux, Computer Networking, and Cloud Integration. Experience with distributed systems, cybersecurity, middleware. Experience working in a self‑directed manner as part of a team. Active and transferable U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required. Qualifications We Prefer Creative problem solving and experimental design with strong oral and written communication skills. Experience working in a self‑directed manner as part of a team. Prior military experience or experience working within the DOW. What We Offer Robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care. A strong leadership team well‑versed in government R&D. Collaborative and collegial environment to push state‑of‑the‑art research. Diverse and technically competent pool of research scientists who are willing to mentor, listen, and help refine your research vision and goals. Business development, programmatic, contracting, finance, and HR support. Hybrid assignment: On‑site work at customer location in San Diego, CA or Honolulu, HI. Additional travel to business locations may be required. Relocation assistance available. Salary Range 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr