Job Requirements
San Diego, CA
Secret Polygraph not specified
Career Level not specified
$94,000 - $160,000
Job Description
Software Engineer
Overview
We are seeking a Software Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and testing of applications within a mission-driven environment. This role requires strong cross-platform development experience across Linux/Unix and Android systems, along with the ability to deliver high-quality, secure, and maintainable code.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in Agile environments and support full lifecycle development including design, coding, testing, integration, and maintenance.
Location: San Diego, CA (100% on-site)
Clearance: Active Secret required
Key Responsibilities
Analyze, design, develop, and test software applications
Build and maintain applications across Linux/Unix and Android environments
Develop software using C++, C, and Python
Design modular applications with clear separation of concerns (presentation, business logic, persistence)
Integrate software components, APIs, and system interfaces across environments (virtualized, containerized, or hardware systems)
Implement secure coding practices and ensure reliable, fault-tolerant solutions
Support software configuration management, version control, and refactoring efforts
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment workflows
Troubleshoot and resolve defects across the software lifecycle
Required Qualifications
Active Secret DoD clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
Experience developing for Linux/Unix and Android environments
Strong coding experience in C++, C, and Python
Experience with Qt and Android application platforms
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Experience with mobile application development
Experience with version control tools such as Git, GitLab, GitHub, or Subversion
Experience with UI/UX frameworks such as Qt/QML or JavaScript-based tools
Familiarity with build tools such as cmake, ninja, make, and gcc
Experience with unit testing frameworks such as gtest, catch2, or similar
Experience with Agile management tools such as JIRA or similar
Experience with automated testing approaches such as TDD, Selenium, Cucumber, or BDD
Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, or similar
Experience with API development methodologies such as OpenAPI
Preferred Experience
Experience developing user interfaces for embedded or mobile systems
Experience optimizing applications for resource-constrained environments
Experience designing scalable and efficient software for performance-sensitive systems
Overview
We are seeking a Software Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and testing of applications within a mission-driven environment. This role requires strong cross-platform development experience across Linux/Unix and Android systems, along with the ability to deliver high-quality, secure, and maintainable code.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in Agile environments and support full lifecycle development including design, coding, testing, integration, and maintenance.
Location: San Diego, CA (100% on-site)
Clearance: Active Secret required
Key Responsibilities
Analyze, design, develop, and test software applications
Build and maintain applications across Linux/Unix and Android environments
Develop software using C++, C, and Python
Design modular applications with clear separation of concerns (presentation, business logic, persistence)
Integrate software components, APIs, and system interfaces across environments (virtualized, containerized, or hardware systems)
Implement secure coding practices and ensure reliable, fault-tolerant solutions
Support software configuration management, version control, and refactoring efforts
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment workflows
Troubleshoot and resolve defects across the software lifecycle
Required Qualifications
Active Secret DoD clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
Experience developing for Linux/Unix and Android environments
Strong coding experience in C++, C, and Python
Experience with Qt and Android application platforms
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Experience with mobile application development
Experience with version control tools such as Git, GitLab, GitHub, or Subversion
Experience with UI/UX frameworks such as Qt/QML or JavaScript-based tools
Familiarity with build tools such as cmake, ninja, make, and gcc
Experience with unit testing frameworks such as gtest, catch2, or similar
Experience with Agile management tools such as JIRA or similar
Experience with automated testing approaches such as TDD, Selenium, Cucumber, or BDD
Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, or similar
Experience with API development methodologies such as OpenAPI
Preferred Experience
Experience developing user interfaces for embedded or mobile systems
Experience optimizing applications for resource-constrained environments
Experience designing scalable and efficient software for performance-sensitive systems
group id: kforcecx
We offer roles across all three clearance levels: Confidential, Secret and Top Secret. With a Top Secret Facilities clearance, a proven subcontractor track record and a deep understanding of agencies across Defense, Intelligence, Homeland, Justice and Federal Civilian Sectors, Kforce brings more than 20 years of experience to supporting critical missions at federal, state and local levels.
