Java Software Engineer Level 2 or 3

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 91,800 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector in Aurora, CO seeks a Software Engineer (Level 2/3) to design, develop, and maintain robust Java applications. You’ll work on an Agile team, delivering two‑week sprints for three‑month increments, focusing on scalable, high‑performance software aligned with program requirements.

The role requires a Top‑Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, strong Java knowledge, and experience with RESTful APIs, microservices, and SQL/NoSQL databases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science with 2+ years of software development experience; 0+ years with a Master’s; or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Active Top‑Secret clearance with SCI eligibility at time of application.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Thorough understanding of the Java Programming Language.
• Familiarity with version control using Git and workflows on GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket.
• Demonstrated success with Agile processes.
• Experience integrating with SQL and/or NoSQL databases.
• Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust Java applications that meet business requirements.
• Work on an Agile team, delivering in 2‑week sprints with 3‑month increments.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure high‑performing, scalable solutions.

Skills

Java

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Git

Agile processes

SQL/NoSQL

SDLC

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Tools

GitHub

GitLab

Bitbucket

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START

Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE

Top Secret

TRAVEL

Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation’s history – from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work—which we believe drives us to accomplish what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they are making history.

About our organization

As an engineer, you’ll be joining our growing Aurora Software department which has 200+ Software Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Systems Administrator, Database Administrator, and Network Engineer peers across all levels. This department is part of a larger organization that includes Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test staff as well as a Hardware Engineering unit. The larger organization fosters cross‑program collaboration, professional development and training, and engagement and inclusion activities such as lunch‑and‑learns, campus events, and leadership mixers.

Team Overview

We support a small but mighty team that continues to innovate and set new benchmarks for our customers. If this sounds like an opportunity for you, Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector would love to have you join our team as a (level 2 or level 3) Software Engineer based out of Aurora, CO.

Responsibilities

The new Software Engineer will be on an Agile team supporting two programs with a singular baseline. You will work in the office executing 2‑week Sprints for 3‑month increment deliveries. Your focus will be to design, develop, and maintain robust Java applications that meet business requirements and deliver high‑performance, scalable solutions.

Basic Qualifications

• Level2: Bachelor’s degree in science with 2+ years of software development experience; 0+ years with a Master’s; or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Level3: Bachelor’s degree in science with 5+ years of software development experience; 3+ years with a Master’s; or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Requires an active Top‑Secret clearance with SCI eligibility at time of application.
• Experience working with RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Must have a thorough understanding of the Java Programming Language.
• Familiarity with version control using Git and workflows on platforms such as GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket.
• Demonstrated success with Agile processes.
• Experience integrating with SQL and/or NoSQL databases.
• Firm understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle.

Preferred Qualifications

• CompTIA Security+ Certification.
• Experience with Linux.
• Demonstrated experience working with cross‑functional teams.
• Understanding of peer review processes and feature iterations.

Salary Range

Primary Level: $91,800.00 – $137,600.00
Secondary Level: $114,000.00 – $171,000.00

These ranges are general guidelines; Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Compensation and Benefits

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long‑Term Incentives. The company provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company‑paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

Application Period

The estimated application period for this job is 20 days from the posting date, subject to change based on business needs and candidate availability.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.