C++ Software Engineer (IRAD)

Actalent; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent in Manassas, VA is seeking an experienced C++/Linux software engineer to modernize build, integration, and dependency management within a large-scale ecosystem. You will troubleshoot build failures and support the transition to GitLab-based CI/CD pipelines.

The role requires a deep understanding of compilation and linking, strong C++ development skills, and an active Secret clearance. Proficiency with Git, CMake, Make, and related tools is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Strong professional experience in C++ development and Linux environments.
• Active Secret clearance required; proficiency with Git and build tools.
• Experience with CMake or Make and GitLab CI/CD is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Modernize build, integration, and dependency management processes.
• Troubleshoot build failures and resolve complex software defects.
• Support transition to GitLab-based CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

C++ development

Linux environments

Secret clearance

Software Debugging

Agile

Linking

Tools

Git

GitLab

CMake

Make

Jira

Confluence

Job description

The role focuses on modernizing software build, integration, and dependency management processes within a large-scale C/C++ ecosystem. Key tasks include troubleshooting build failures, resolving complex software defects, and supporting the transition to GitLab-based CI/CD pipelines.

Requirements: Candidates must have strong professional experience in C++ development and Linux environments, with a deep understanding of compilation and linking. An active Secret clearance and proficiency with Git and build tools like CMake or Make are required.

Key Skills: C++, Linux, Git, CMake, Make, CI/CD, GitLab, Dependency Management, Software Debugging, Linking, Compilation, Agile, Jira, Confluence, Secret Clearance

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Short and long-term disability, Health Spending Account (HSA), Transportation benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off