Senior Software Engineer - DoD Secret Clearance

Raytheon; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon Huntsville is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance C++ software within a Unix/Linux environment. You will collaborate with product management, QA, and DevOps to deliver robust solutions for defense systems.

The role requires 5+ years in C++ development, Linux/Unix expertise, and the ability to obtain an interim secret security clearance. This onsite position offers challenging work, mission impact, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in C++ software development.
• Experience working on Linux/Unix platforms and debugging in Unix/Linux (gdb, Valgrind).
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued interim secret security clearance is required prior to start. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high‑performance software applications using C++
• Work within Unix/Linux operating systems, including shell scripting, debugging, and system-level programming
• Implement scalable and maintainable software solutions following best practices in architecture and design
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, QA, and DevOps
• Conduct code reviews and provide feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to standards
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing software for performance, reliability, and scalability
• Integrate with APIs, system libraries, and hardware interfaces as needed
• Develop and maintain documentation, including technical specifications and user guides
• Participate in Agile/Scrum development cycles, contributing to sprint planning and estimation
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in modern languages, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Development, Security, and Operations (DevSecOps), and other methodologies and technologies, especially in relation to complex systems.
• Travel may occasionally be required.

Skills

C++ development

Linux/Unix

Debugging (gdb/Valgrind)

Shell scripting

Security clearance

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Raytheon Huntsville is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance C++ software within a Unix/Linux environment. You will collaborate with product management, QA, and DevOps to deliver robust solutions for defense systems.

The role requires 5+ years in C++ development, Linux/Unix expertise, and the ability to obtain an interim secret security clearance. This onsite position offers challenging work, mission impact, and opportunities for growth.