Lead Backend Architect: C/C++ & Java, Platform Migration

United States Digital Space LLC; Laguna Niguel (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Lead Software Developer (Full-Time on-site) in Laguna Niguel, CA to tackle secure, high‑performance backend integration work across the stack. The role centers on C/C++ for system‑level development and Java for framework enhancements.

You will lead migration to a modern platform, address vulnerabilities, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions.

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of professional software development experience focused on backend systems.
• Expert-level proficiency in C and C++ with strong production experience in Java.
• Understanding of multithreading, memory management, IPC, and Java web frameworks like Struts.

Responsibilities

• Security & vulnerability management across the application stack with secure coding practices.
• Design, maintain, and deliver robust integration solutions across enterprise systems.
• Lead platform migration to a modern environment ensuring performance, security, and scalability.
• Monitor and upgrade third-party libraries and components for compatibility and performance.
• Collaborate with Support, QA, DevOps, and Product teams; document security fixes and migration steps.

Skills

C

C++

Java

Multithreading

IPC

Memory management

Java web frameworks

Education

B.S. in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Lead Software Developer (Full-Time on-site) in Laguna Niguel, CA to tackle secure, high‑performance backend integration work across the stack. The role centers on C/C++ for system‑level development and Java for framework enhancements.

You will lead migration to a modern platform, address vulnerabilities, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions.