Software Engineer

PDS Defense, Inc.; Town of Owego (NY); On-site; USD 98,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in Owego, NY is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain secure C++ code for mission-critical applications. The role requires embedding C/C++ and contributing to CI/CD pipelines in a classified environment, onsite in Owego.

The position is full-time, 12 months, with Secret clearance preferred and military talent encouraged to apply. Onsite work with rigorous standards ensures robust, secure software solutions.

Qualifications

• Must have current Secret security clearance.
• Military connected veterans encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain C++ code for secure processing applications.
• Maintain and enhance CI/CD pipelines to streamline development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver systems.
• Ensure software meets stringent security and performance standards.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

CI/CD pipelines

Bare metal programming

Hardware driver development

Job description

Engineering

Software Engineer Owego, NY Posted: 5/22/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

218143

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

12 months

Shift:

1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking and Software Engineer, in Owego, NY. Job ID#218143

Pay Rate: $47.00 to $77.00

Job Description:

Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. Ensures software standards are met.

As a Software Engineer, you'll be instrumental in:

Designing, developing, and maintaining C++ code for secure processing applications.

Developing new applications and maintaining legacy code utilized in other applications.

Maintaining and enhancing CI/CD pipelines to streamline development processes.

Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop, test, and deliver both prototype and fully capable systems.

Ensuring software solutions meet stringent security and performance standards.

Please note:

This work is conducted in a classified environment and is fulltime onsite in Owego, NY.

Job Required Skills:

• Embedded C/C+- CI/CD pipelines

Desired Skills:

• Bare metal programming
• Hardware driver development

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

Secret

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled