Software Engineer SME with Security Clearance

Position Title: Software Engineer SME Location: HUNTSVILLE, AL Type of Contract: Full-Time Security Clearance Required: Secret Additional Information - Proficiency in C/C++ and object-oriented design principles • Solid understanding of Agile development practices and Scrum frameworks • Hands-on experience with CI/CD processes and test automation • Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills, including use of network analysis tools like Wireshark • Familiarity with Qt for UI/UX development • Experience with Linux OS administration and development environments • Competency in managing code repositories and collaborative development workflows with Git and SVN • Strong scripting capabilities in Python Project Scope - Mandatory Skills - Proficiency in C/C++ and object-oriented design principles • Solid understanding of Agile development practices and Scrum frameworks • Hands-on experience with CI/CD processes and test automation • Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills, including us Desirable Skills - (Optional) Develop real-time embedded software using VxWorks RTOS Deal Breaker - BS degree in Engineering or related Science/Technical field (Software, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferred) and 9 years of experience; additional six (6) years’ experience can be accepted in lieu of degree. CLEARANCE: Candidate must have Job Responsibilities include: The Software Engineer SME will be responsible for the following: • Design, develop, and maintain software applications using C/C++ and other object-oriented languages • Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, contributing to sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives • Implement Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, including automated test frameworks • Develop and execute unit tests to ensure code quality and reliability • Utilize Microsoft Azure DevOps for planning, tracking, and source control • Maintain and manage source code using Git and SVN repositories • Develop applications within Linux environments (Red Hat, Debian, Ubuntu, CentOS) • Collaborate using MS Visual Studio and leverage Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and communication • Use Wireshark for network protocol analysis and debugging • Develop GUI applications with Qt framework • (Optional) Develop real-time embedded software using VxWorks RTOS • Write scripts and automation tools using Python to support integration and testing QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: BS degree in Engineering or related Science/Technical field (Software, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferred) and 9 years of experience; additional six (6) years’ experience can be accepted in lieu of degree. CLEARANCE: Candidate must have an Interim DoD Secret prior to start employment with the ability to obtain and maintain full DoD Secret Clearance. US Citizenship required. REQUIRED KSAs: • Proficiency in C/C++ and object-oriented design principles • Solid understanding of Agile development practices and Scrum frameworks • Hands-on experience with CI/CD processes and test automation • Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills, including use of network analysis tools like Wireshark • Familiarity with Qt for UI/UX development • Experience with Linux OS administration and development environments • Competency in managing code repositories and collaborative development workflows with Git and SVN • Strong scripting capabilities in Python • Ability to work both independently and within a team in a secure, regulated environment • Excellent communication and documentation skills, and communicate changes in estimates, unexpected roadblocks, etc. in a timely manner • Self-starter, able to execute tasks with a high degree of autonomy and identify other personnel from whom support is needed and communicate with them to obtain that support • Familiarity with automotive, aerospace, or industrial control systems

Location: Huntsville, Alabama, US

Posted Date: 10/31/2025