Senior Principal Software Eng – Lead, Top Secret, 50% Travel

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 122,800 - 184,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer Software to join their Global Surveillance division in Melbourne, Florida. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle design and implementation of software products, leading teams to solve complex problems.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in software engineering, particularly in C/C++, and must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance. The role also requires 50% travel, so flexibility is key. Great benefits include health insurance, PTO, and other incentives.

Qualifications

• 9+ years experience in software engineering with relevant degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Clearance.
• Demonstrated delivery of software products in C/C++.

Responsibilities

• Full lifecycle design, implementation, and testing of software.
• Integrate functionality with other software components.
• Lead a team to drive complex problem solutions.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Software debugging

Team leadership

Communication skills

Integration skills

Education

Bachelor’s in STEM discipline

Master’s in STEM discipline

PhD in Software Engineering

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer Software to join their Global Surveillance division in Melbourne, Florida. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle design and implementation of software products, leading teams to solve complex problems.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in software engineering, particularly in C/C++, and must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance. The role also requires 50% travel, so flexibility is key. Great benefits include health insurance, PTO, and other incentives.