Software Engineer

Sebenza LLC

Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 180,000

Full time

31 hours ago

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Job summary

Sebenza LLC in Huntsville, Alabama, is seeking Software Engineers from junior to senior levels to support DoD air and missile defense programs. You will contribute to real-time, mission-critical software for current and next-generation defense platforms in an Agile environment with engineers, researchers, and government stakeholders.

You’ll design, develop, test, and sustain software across Linux, Docker, and CI/CD workflows, collaborating to deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Information Technology, or related STEM discipline.
2+ years of software development experience (Master's degree may substitute for experience).
Strong programming background in C++, Java, or other OO languages.
Experience developing software within Linux environments.
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and systems.
Develop high-performance software supporting air and missile defense capabilities.
Build and optimize applications running in Linux environments.
Create and maintain containerized solutions using Docker and Podman.
Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps initiatives.
Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and code reviews.
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues.
Collaborate with engineers, users, customers, and leadership to define technical solutions.
Develop software for distributed and networked systems.
Generate technical documentation, briefings, and engineering reports.
Support deployment and sustainment of operational systems.

Skills

C++

Java

Linux

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Clear communication

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Docker

Podman

GitLab

Jira

Confluence

VS Code

Job description

Software Engineer (Junior to Senior Level)

Location: Huntsville, AL (Onsite)
Work Authorization: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
Travel: Less than 10%
Employment Type: Full-Time

Design the Software Behind America's Missile Defense Systems

Looking to work on software that directly impacts national security?

We are seeking talented Software Engineers ranging from junior to senior levels to support advanced Air & Missile Defense programs in Huntsville, Alabama. This opportunity allows engineers to contribute to real-time, mission-critical software systems that support current and next-generation defense platforms.

You’ll work within an Agile development environment alongside highly skilled engineers, researchers, and government stakeholders to create innovative software solutions that protect our nation's warfighters.

What You’ll Do

As a Software Engineer, you’ll participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, deployment, and sustainment.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and systems
Develop high-performance software supporting air and missile defense capabilities
Build and optimize applications running in Linux environments
Create and maintain containerized solutions using Docker and Podman
Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps initiatives
Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and code reviews
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues
Collaborate with engineers, users, customers, and leadership to define technical solutions
Develop software for distributed and networked systems
Generate technical documentation, briefings, and engineering reports
Support deployment and sustainment of operational systems

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in:
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Systems Engineering
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Aerospace Engineering
- Information Technology
- Or related STEM discipline

AND

Minimum 2 years of software development experience (Master's degree may substitute for experience)
Strong programming background in:
- C++
- Java
- Or other object-oriented languages
Experience developing software within Linux environments
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications