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Early Career (2+ yrs experience)
$79,300 - $184,200
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IT - Software
Orlando, FL (On-Site/Office)
Software Engineer (Level II / Principal / Senior Principal)
Entry–Senior Level | $79,300 – $184,200 | Orlando, FL | DoD Secret Clearance Required
Design, develop, and sustain secure, mission-critical software systems supporting national defense operations in Linux-based environments.
A Day in the Life – What You’ll Do
Design, develop, maintain, and enhance complex, secure software systems based on documented requirements
Review, test, and validate software components to ensure compliance with design and performance specifications
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects across the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Apply Agile software development methodologies in a collaborative engineering environment
Contribute to system and software architecture decisions, including hardware/software tradeoffs and reuse strategies
Support Linux-based applications operating in secure, networked mission environments
Required Qualifications (All Levels)
Citizenship & Clearance
U.S. Citizenship required
Active DoD Secret clearance at time of application
Core Technical Skills
Software development experience in one or more of the following languages:
Java
Rust
C
C++
C#
Python
Experience debugging existing software and correcting defects
Experience working across the SDLC using Agile methodologies
Development experience in a Linux environment, preferably Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
Demonstrated experience developing Linux-based software applications
Education & Experience Requirements by Level
Software Engineer II
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience
OR Master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 0+ years of relevant experience
Salary Range: $79,300 – $118,900
Principal Software Engineer
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience
OR Master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 3+ years of relevant experience
OR PhD in a STEM discipline with 1+ year of relevant experience
Salary Range: $98,400 – $147,600
Senior Principal Software Engineer
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM discipline with 8+ years of relevant experience
OR Master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 6+ years of relevant experience
OR PhD in a STEM discipline with 4+ years of relevant experience
Salary Range: $122,800 – $184,200
Preferred Qualifications (All Levels)
Experience using Bash or similar scripting languages for automation
Experience configuring and using static code analysis tools such as SonarQube or Fortify
Experience with automated testing frameworks (e.g., Eggplant, Microsoft Testing Framework)
Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or Bamboo
Proficiency using Git or other Software Configuration Management tools
Experience using Visual Studio Code (VS Code)
Experience creating XML Schema Definitions (XSD) based on complex interface requirements
Development experience with:
Sockets
Message queues
Multithreading
Named pipes
Knowledge of HTTP, IP, and UDP networking protocols
Experience with containers or LXC technologies
Demonstrated experience working with XML schemas and XML processing tools
Knowledge of secure networking and communication techniques
Additional Role Details
Travel: Up to 10%
Relocation Assistance: May be available
Employment Type: Full-time
Who is Caribou Thunder?
Caribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of Defense and its mission partners.
Operating across 35+ states and 20+ countries, we’ve delivered trusted solutions for over two decades—strengthening national readiness across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace.
Why Caribou Thunder? TEAM THUNDER
Mission Focused. Delivery Proven. Ready to Serve.
Employee Advocacy
Mission Proven
Global Reach
Skilled Teams
Modern Tools
Empowering Culture
Our engineers ensure capability from sea floor to space frontier—delivering precision, compliance, and reliability in high-consequence environments.
Employee Advocacy + Benefits
Premium Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with 6% Company Match
Flexible PTO & Work Schedules
Education & Certification Reimbursement
Support for Military Leave
Work–Life Balance & Traditional Family Values
Your future, your flexibility, your mission—we invest in you.
Entry–Senior Level | $79,300 – $184,200 | Orlando, FL | DoD Secret Clearance Required
Design, develop, and sustain secure, mission-critical software systems supporting national defense operations in Linux-based environments.
A Day in the Life – What You’ll Do
Design, develop, maintain, and enhance complex, secure software systems based on documented requirements
Review, test, and validate software components to ensure compliance with design and performance specifications
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects across the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Apply Agile software development methodologies in a collaborative engineering environment
Contribute to system and software architecture decisions, including hardware/software tradeoffs and reuse strategies
Support Linux-based applications operating in secure, networked mission environments
Required Qualifications (All Levels)
Citizenship & Clearance
U.S. Citizenship required
Active DoD Secret clearance at time of application
Core Technical Skills
Software development experience in one or more of the following languages:
Java
Rust
C
C++
C#
Python
Experience debugging existing software and correcting defects
Experience working across the SDLC using Agile methodologies
Development experience in a Linux environment, preferably Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
Demonstrated experience developing Linux-based software applications
Education & Experience Requirements by Level
Software Engineer II
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience
OR Master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 0+ years of relevant experience
Salary Range: $79,300 – $118,900
Principal Software Engineer
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience
OR Master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 3+ years of relevant experience
OR PhD in a STEM discipline with 1+ year of relevant experience
Salary Range: $98,400 – $147,600
Senior Principal Software Engineer
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM discipline with 8+ years of relevant experience
OR Master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 6+ years of relevant experience
OR PhD in a STEM discipline with 4+ years of relevant experience
Salary Range: $122,800 – $184,200
Preferred Qualifications (All Levels)
Experience using Bash or similar scripting languages for automation
Experience configuring and using static code analysis tools such as SonarQube or Fortify
Experience with automated testing frameworks (e.g., Eggplant, Microsoft Testing Framework)
Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or Bamboo
Proficiency using Git or other Software Configuration Management tools
Experience using Visual Studio Code (VS Code)
Experience creating XML Schema Definitions (XSD) based on complex interface requirements
Development experience with:
Sockets
Message queues
Multithreading
Named pipes
Knowledge of HTTP, IP, and UDP networking protocols
Experience with containers or LXC technologies
Demonstrated experience working with XML schemas and XML processing tools
Knowledge of secure networking and communication techniques
Additional Role Details
Travel: Up to 10%
Relocation Assistance: May be available
Employment Type: Full-time
Who is Caribou Thunder?
Caribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of Defense and its mission partners.
Operating across 35+ states and 20+ countries, we’ve delivered trusted solutions for over two decades—strengthening national readiness across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace.
Why Caribou Thunder? TEAM THUNDER
Mission Focused. Delivery Proven. Ready to Serve.
Employee Advocacy
Mission Proven
Global Reach
Skilled Teams
Modern Tools
Empowering Culture
Our engineers ensure capability from sea floor to space frontier—delivering precision, compliance, and reliability in high-consequence environments.
Employee Advocacy + Benefits
Premium Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with 6% Company Match
Flexible PTO & Work Schedules
Education & Certification Reimbursement
Support for Military Leave
Work–Life Balance & Traditional Family Values
Your future, your flexibility, your mission—we invest in you.
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