Defense Software Engineer – Real-Time, Microservices

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT); Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 74,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) seeks a Software Engineer to modernize legacy weapons software for Navy platforms, based in Mount Laurel, NJ or Arlington, VA. You will refactor critical systems into a microservices-based stack, supporting cloud-native and edge deployments.

You will work on AI/ML analytics, cybersecurity, and tactical solutions while collaborating with small cross-site teams to deliver secure, production-grade software. A Secret clearance and on-site presence are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent full-time professional experience.
• 0-5 years of professional experience.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed.
• Familiarity with combat system design and software.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test complex software in C, C++, Python, JavaScript, and Java within various development environments.
• Refactor legacy software into a modern, microservices-based platform.
• Collaborate with cross-site teams to meet Navy tactical system requirements.
• Support DoD programs with DevSecOps practices and security standards.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Java

Linux

Git

Agile

Jira

Jenkins

Maven/Ant

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Make

Maven

Ant

VMware vSphere

Azure/AWS/GCP

Job description

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) seeks a Software Engineer to modernize legacy weapons software for Navy platforms, based in Mount Laurel, NJ or Arlington, VA. You will refactor critical systems into a microservices-based stack, supporting cloud-native and edge deployments.

You will work on AI/ML analytics, cybersecurity, and tactical solutions while collaborating with small cross-site teams to deliver secure, production-grade software. A Secret clearance and on-site presence are required.