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Huntsville, AL (On-Site/Office)
eTools Software Developer II / III / IV
Mid to Senior Level | Huntsville, AL | Active Secret Clearance Required
Build the tools behind the mission. Engineer the software that supports national defense systems in real time.
A Day in the Life - What You'll Do
• Design, develop, and maintain eTools software applications supporting defense and mission systems.
• Write and maintain high-quality code in GoLang, C++, C, ADA, and Python across multiple development efforts.
• Develop and execute unit tests and system tests to validate functionality, performance, and reliability.
• Work with structured data formats including JSON to enable system integration and interoperability.
• Read, analyze, and interpret code written in multiple programming languages to support debugging and feature enhancement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to capture requirements, refine concepts, and deliver mission-ready solutions.
• Contribute to technical documentation, work products, and presentations that clearly communicate design intent and system behavior.
• Support occasional travel (up to 10%) and operate fully on-site in a secure environment.
Required Qualifications
• Active, in-scope U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance required at time of application
• Demonstrated development experience in GoLang, C++, C, ADA, and Python
• Experience with unit test and system test development
• Fluency working with JSON data structures
• Ability to read and understand additional programming languages beyond primary development stack
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to translate complex concepts into technical work products
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a collaborative team environment
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10%
• Must be able to work on-site in Huntsville, AL
Level II Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM discipline
• 2-5 years of relevant software development experience
Level III Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM discipline
• 5-8 years of relevant software development experience
Level IV Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM discipline
• 8+ years of relevant software development experience
• Demonstrated leadership in technical direction, architecture, or mentoring junior developers
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience developing data reduction tools
• Experience working with SQL databases
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Bamboo and Jenkins
• Experience using static code analysis and security tools such as Fortify and Coverity
• Experience with containers and containerized application development
• Knowledge of Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) systems
Who is Caribou Thunder?
Caribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of War and its mission partners.
35+ states and 20+ countries. We've delivered trusted solutions for over two decades - strengthening national readiness across missions on land, undersea, in the air, and throughout LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space.
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 and innovators ensure capability from sea floor to space frontier - delivering on time, maintaining compliance, and performing with precision in high-consequence environments.
We specialize in Engineering Services, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Modeling & Simulation, Digital Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence - disciplines powering the nation's most complex technical missions.
Employee Advocacy + Benefits
Our people are the heart of Caribou Thunder. We invest in their growth, flexibility, and well-being - knowing their success drives ours.
Benefits include:
Premium Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with 6% Company Match
Flexible PTO & Work Schedule
Education & Certification Reimbursement
Support for Military Leave
Work-Life Balance & Traditional Family Values
Your future, your flexibility, your well-being - we invest in you. Apply and let's connect.
Mid to Senior Level | Huntsville, AL | Active Secret Clearance Required
Build the tools behind the mission. Engineer the software that supports national defense systems in real time.
A Day in the Life - What You'll Do
• Design, develop, and maintain eTools software applications supporting defense and mission systems.
• Write and maintain high-quality code in GoLang, C++, C, ADA, and Python across multiple development efforts.
• Develop and execute unit tests and system tests to validate functionality, performance, and reliability.
• Work with structured data formats including JSON to enable system integration and interoperability.
• Read, analyze, and interpret code written in multiple programming languages to support debugging and feature enhancement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to capture requirements, refine concepts, and deliver mission-ready solutions.
• Contribute to technical documentation, work products, and presentations that clearly communicate design intent and system behavior.
• Support occasional travel (up to 10%) and operate fully on-site in a secure environment.
Required Qualifications
• Active, in-scope U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance required at time of application
• Demonstrated development experience in GoLang, C++, C, ADA, and Python
• Experience with unit test and system test development
• Fluency working with JSON data structures
• Ability to read and understand additional programming languages beyond primary development stack
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to translate complex concepts into technical work products
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a collaborative team environment
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10%
• Must be able to work on-site in Huntsville, AL
Level II Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM discipline
• 2-5 years of relevant software development experience
Level III Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM discipline
• 5-8 years of relevant software development experience
Level IV Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM discipline
• 8+ years of relevant software development experience
• Demonstrated leadership in technical direction, architecture, or mentoring junior developers
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience developing data reduction tools
• Experience working with SQL databases
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Bamboo and Jenkins
• Experience using static code analysis and security tools such as Fortify and Coverity
• Experience with containers and containerized application development
• Knowledge of Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) systems
Who is Caribou Thunder?
Caribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of War and its mission partners.
35+ states and 20+ countries. We've delivered trusted solutions for over two decades - strengthening national readiness across missions on land, undersea, in the air, and throughout LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space.
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 and innovators ensure capability from sea floor to space frontier - delivering on time, maintaining compliance, and performing with precision in high-consequence environments.
We specialize in Engineering Services, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Modeling & Simulation, Digital Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence - disciplines powering the nation's most complex technical missions.
Employee Advocacy + Benefits
Our people are the heart of Caribou Thunder. We invest in their growth, flexibility, and well-being - knowing their success drives ours.
Benefits include:
Premium Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with 6% Company Match
Flexible PTO & Work Schedule
Education & Certification Reimbursement
Support for Military Leave
Work-Life Balance & Traditional Family Values
Your future, your flexibility, your well-being - we invest in you. Apply and let's connect.
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