Linux System Engineer (TS/SCI) - Kernel & Cross-Platform Dev

Nightwing Group; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Sterling, Virginia is looking for a skilled Linux Developer to join their team. The candidate must have extensive experience in developing system-level software for Linux, with strong skills in C, C++, and Python. Responsibilities include designing, developing, testing, and debugging software across multiple hardware architectures. A current TS/SCI with Poly Clearance is essential for this role. Join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity and intelligence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience developing, testing, and debugging software in C, C++, and Python.
• Minimum 3 years of experience developing, testing, and debugging system-level software for Linux.
• Current TS/SCI with Poly Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and debug system-level software for Linux-based platforms.
• Contribute to low-level system components, drivers, and core services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support development across multiple architectures.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Linux/Unix internals

Debugging skills

Cross-platform environments

Tools

System-level tools

Job description

A leading cybersecurity firm in Sterling, Virginia is looking for a skilled Linux Developer to join their team. The candidate must have extensive experience in developing system-level software for Linux, with strong skills in C, C++, and Python. Responsibilities include designing, developing, testing, and debugging software across multiple hardware architectures. A current TS/SCI with Poly Clearance is essential for this role. Join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity and intelligence.