Senior Software Engineer

Trinzic; Carlsbad (CA); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR in Carlsbad, CA seeks a Senior Software Engineer to build breakthrough software for GEOINT and related technologies. You will work on full‑stack development, including EO/IR imagery and FMV, in a hybrid environment with primary on-site duties at the Carlsbad office.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in software development, strong OO design, and hands-on Java, JavaScript, and C/C++. Security clearances and collaboration with cross-functional teams are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Clearance and citizenship: US citizen with Secret clearance and TS/SCI eligibility.
• 10+ years of software development experience and OO design.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience with Web Services, JavaScript, and modern languages.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Java

JavaScript / ReactJS

C/C++

Education

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

Tools

Postgres

MySQL

AWS

Azure

Agile / DevSecOps

Job description

Senior Software Engineer

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

KBR is seeking a Senior 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: 10+ 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 >6 years of experience in software testing and >1 year of experience in software quality assurance).
• Contractor Product Owner (with >6 years of experience in software management and managing a backlog of requirements)
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline

Additional Notes:

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

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40 hours/week

Basic Compensation:

$136,000-$204,000. 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:

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt 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 team’s 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.