Senior Software Engineer - Defense Simulation & Wargaming

jobs.frontdoordefense.com - Jobboard; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueHalo is seeking a skilled Senior Software Engineer at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque. This role focuses on supporting advanced defense applications through the development of simulation tools. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and expertise in C++. The position emphasizes a hands-on approach with responsibilities including software design and development, and collaboration with team members and stakeholders. An active security clearance is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain DoD Secret security clearance.
• Strong foundation in C++ and object-oriented design principles.
• Familiarity with Modeling & Simulation development or analytical tool development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Software Development Lead and stakeholders to define new simulation capabilities.
• Design, develop, and maintain software in C++ as part of Agile.
• Build and enhance analytical tools and GUIs using Python and Qt.

Skills

Object-Oriented Programming

C++

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Python

Qt

GitLab

Azure DevOps

Visual Studio

CMake

Linux

Job description

BlueHalo is seeking a skilled Senior Software Engineer at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque. This role focuses on supporting advanced defense applications through the development of simulation tools. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and expertise in C++. The position emphasizes a hands-on approach with responsibilities including software design and development, and collaboration with team members and stakeholders. An active security clearance is preferred but not mandatory.