Senior Software Engineer - Cybersecurity & Networking (TS/SCI)

RTX; Maryland; On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX, in collaboration with Applied Signal Technology, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for an on-site role in Annapolis Junction, MD. The candidate will work in R&D on system development and cybersecurity-focused software solutions for national defense.

The ideal candidate holds a STEM degree with 8+ years of relevant experience and demonstrates strong skills in C/C++, Python, Rust, Linux, and system-level testing, along with proven collaboration with cross-functional teams and

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree and 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in C, C++, Python, and/or Rust.
• Experience with system-level integration and testing of advanced processing systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, integrate, and document software solutions for defense applications.
• Develop and test software for APIs, networking, and back-end components.
• Collaborate with customers, end users, hardware-design and software-design teams.
• Lead or contribute to PoC scenarios and prototypes for cybersecurity systems.
• Prepare briefings and present material to team members, customers, and management.
• Follow established development practices and configuration management processes.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Rust

System integration

Algorithms

Cybersecurity tools

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Linux

Job description

RTX, in collaboration with Applied Signal Technology, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for an on-site role in Annapolis Junction, MD. The candidate will work in R&D on system development and cybersecurity-focused software solutions for national defense.

The ideal candidate holds a STEM degree with 8+ years of relevant experience and demonstrates strong skills in C/C++, Python, Rust, Linux, and system-level testing, along with proven collaboration with cross-functional teams and