Mid-Level Software Developer

KBR Careers

Carlsbad (CA)

Hybrid

USD 110,000 - 165,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
AD&D
FSA
Disability
PTO
Flexible schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Mid-Level Software Developer in Carlsbad, CA to build breakthrough geospatial software for government and commercial customers. You will work with a small team on full-stack development, focusing on GEOINT, IMINT, and related technologies, including EO/IR imagery, FMV, and LIDAR.

Hybrid work is available; the role is primarily office-based in Carlsbad. Requires US citizenship with Secret clearance, 5+ years of software development, a Bachelor's in CS/Engineering, and hands-on

Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship with Secret Security Clearance.
  • 5+ years of software development and OO design.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
  • Hands-on with Java, JavaScript (ReactJS), and C/C++; Web Services experience.

Responsibilities

  • Define software requirements with team lead.
  • Design and develop system software for GEOINT customers.
  • Explore new areas or languages to deliver a complete product.
  • Support on-site meetings and customer deliveries.
  • Communicate effectively and work both independently and in a team.

Skills

Java
C/C++
JavaScript
ReactJS
Web Services
OO Design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Postgres
MySQL
AWS
Azure
Docker
Kubernetes

Job description

Mid-Level Software Developer

KBR is seeking a Mid-Level Software Engineer/Application Developer in Carlsbad, CA, for long-term employment to develop breakthrough products and innovative software applications for government and commercial customers. As a software engineer, you work individually or on a small team developing software to work geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) and motion GEOINT, including electro-optical (EO; visible spectrum) and infrared (IR) imagery, imagery intelligence (IMINT), geospatial information, full motion video (FMV), moving target indication (MTI), wide area motion imagery (WAMI), hyperspectral imagery (HIS), and light detection and ranging (LIDAR). Many of our projects have an immediate impact on national security leaders' decision-making options. We need engineers who can work with full-stack development teams and handle all aspects of feature development. Hybrid work environment available, but work is primarily performed at our Carlsbad office.

Responsibilities
  • Work with a team lead to define software requirements
  • Design & develop system software for our customers
  • Explore new areas or program in new languages to deliver a complete product
  • Support on-site meetings and deliveries to customers
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team to achieve customer and company goals
Basic Qualifications
  • Clearance & Citizenship: MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN. Must have a Secret Security Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of software development, and object-oriented design and programming, including design, coding, and testing experience.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
  • Technical Acumen: Experience with Web Services and JavaScript (e.g., ReactJS) Hands-on experience with Java, JavaScript, and C/C++
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Postgres and MySQL
  • AWS and Azure experience
  • Familiarity with Agile and/or DevSecOps procedures
  • Security+ or CISSP certification
  • Software Tester / Quality Assurance Specialist (with >2 years of experience in software testing and >1 year of experience in software quality assurance).
  • DevOps Engineer (with >4 years of experience in configuration control, testing, security, automation, containerization, orchestration, and cloud services open source technologies)
  • Contractor Product Owner (with >2 years of experience in software management and managing a backlog of requirements)
Additional Notes

The selected applicant may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Work Hours

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 hours/week

Compensation

Basic Compensation: $110,000-$165,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, and in consideration of internal parity. Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Benefits
  • 401K plan with company match
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life insurance
  • AD&D
  • Flexible spending account
  • Disability
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work schedule

We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Culture and Values

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR. At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.

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