C++ Developer (TS/SCI )

Job # : 26-00332

Job Title : Software Engineer 2

Job Location : Redondo Beach, CA 90278

Travel Required : No

Overtime Required : No

Position Type : Contract

Job Description :

DPP is seeking a Software Engineer 2 for an opportunity with our client in the Defense & Space Manufacturing industry.

Work location: Onsite in Redondo Beach, CA

Duration: 12 months

Term: W2 position

Clearance: US Citizen with an Active TS/SCI US Security Clearance

Position summary:

We are seeking an Intermediate to Senior Software Engineer to support a Ground Solutions and Mission Support (GSMS) Software (SW) Integrated Project Team (IPT).

The SW IPT is a large, restricted group executing across both Development and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) contracts and focuses on the development and sustainment of several mission operational SW product lines, as well as the development of new capabilities as coordinated with their restricted SCI Customer.

The SW IPT is a large team comprising of multiple subsystems, each with a specialized SW focus.

This position is 100% on-site in a Sensitive Compartmented Investigation Facility (SCIF) located in Redondo Beach, CA.

The ideal candidate is an energetic and passionate software engineer seeking to join a diverse and highly skilled team as they work to provide innovative solutions to complex issues in support of the Customer’s national security mission in the areas of Next Generation Ground Systems, Ground Element Modernization (GEM), and SW deliveries to CONUS and OCONUS operational sites.

Responsibilities:

Perform as a C++ software developer in a fast-paced agile team environment comprised of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) VMs, servers, and workstations

Design, code, and unit test new software capabilities per Mathematical Algorithm Requirements (MARs)

Identify, troubleshoot, and provide/turnover SW fixes to Discrepancy Reports (DRs)

Collaborate with SW IPT subject matter experts (SMEs) and senior staff engineers across multiple SW subsystems

Basic qualifications for the Software Engineer:

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5 - 8 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 3 – 6 years of experience or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 1 – 4 years of experience. An additional 4 years of relevant SW experience may be considered in lieu of degree

Active SSBI required at the time of application, and the ability to obtain SCI prior to start date

Advanced Object-Oriented programming skills and proficiency with C++ programming

Knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system

Demonstrated problem solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.

This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.

Preferred qualifications:

DevSecOps Test Automation experience

Experience with programming/scripting languages: C. C++. Java, Python, Perl

Strong in math and algorithms

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with all levels of employees, management, and stakeholders

Previous participation on an Agile scrum team or familiarity with the Agile process

Familiarity with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, Bamboo)

Experience developing in a Linux environment using git

Active SCI security clearance

US Citizen: This role an active Top Secret clearance and US citizenship. Residency requirements may apply. EOE/AA/V/D

DPP offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to our employees and their eligible dependents. Call today to learn more about working with DPP.