Senior Software Engineer

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 129,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr Software Engineer for the GCCS-J program in Newport News, VA. You will lead design, development, integration, and optimization of data-driven software to modernize GCCS-J with cloud-native architecture and microservices.

The role requires strong Java/JavaScript/TypeScript skills, REST/messaging experience, SQL, Linux/UNIX, and a DoD-style clearance. The position offers growth, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years experience or an Associate's degree with 10 years experience or a High School diploma/equivalent with 12 years experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Strong experience with Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and object-oriented design.
• Proficiency in REST services and event/messaging platforms (Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, GraphQL, SSEs, etc.).
• Experience with SQL and key/object databases.
• Proficiency with JavaScript frameworks (Vue.js, Angular).
• Experience designing and implementing software architectures.
• Linux/UNIX and containerized deployments.
• Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, integration, and optimization of data-driven software capabilities for GCCS-J modernization.
• Provide technical leadership across full software lifecycle to ensure scalable architectures and robust data workflows.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver mission-aligned software solutions.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

TypeScript

REST services

SQL

Linux/UNIX

Vue.js

Angular

Containerized deployments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / related field

Associates degree with 10 years of experience

High School diploma with relevant experience

Tools

Spring Boot

Node.js

NPM

Maven

Gradle

Jenkins

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm

GitOps

Ansible

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr Software Engineer for our GCCS-J program in Newport News, Va. GCCS-J is the DoD’s Joint Command and Control system of record, delivering a fused, real‑time battlespace picture to commanders and warfighters. The modernization effort focuses on cloud-native architecture, microservices, enhanced data integration, improved user experience, and alignment with JADC2 objectives. The Senior Software Engineer leads the design, development, integration, and optimization of data-driven software capabilities supporting the modernization of the Global Command and Control System-Joint (GCCS-J). This role provides technical leadership across the full software lifecycle, ensuring scalable architectures, robust data workflows, and mission-aligned software solutions that enhance operational decision-making.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years’ experience or an Associates degree with 10 years experience or an High School diploma / equivalent with 12 years’ experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Strong experience with Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and object-oriented design.
• Proficiency in REST services and event/messaging platforms (Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, GraphQL, SSEs, etc.).
• Experience with SQL and key/object databases.
• Proficiency with JavaScript frameworks (Vue.js, Angular).
• Experience designing and implementing software architectures.
• Linux/UNIX and containerized deployments.
• Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Spring Boot, Node.js, NPM, and modern IDEs.
• Experience writing Ansible plays and playbooks.
• Experience with Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, and automated testing tools.
• Familiarity with UX best practices and UI frameworks.
• Experience with Docker, OCI development, Kubernetes, Helm, and GitOps.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, C2 systems, STIGs, and static analysis tools.
• Knowledge of networking, performance testing, debugging, and Atlassian tools.
• Background in military intelligence or strategic planning.
• Knowledge of DoD policies and mission environments.
• TS/SCI clearance.

Primary Level Salary Range

Primary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

• In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
• Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
• Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
• Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space - our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.