Software Engineer: C/C++, CI/CD, Top Secret Clearance

ngc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Los Angeles area seeks a Software Engineer (Top Secret) to join the Mission Systems team in Woodland Hills, CA. You will drive C/C++ software development, modernize research code, and build CI/CD foundations to accelerate delivery.

The role emphasizes collaboration, rigorous security practices, and on-site execution with a strong focus on scalable, reliable systems. The position requires an active TS clearance and willingness to work onsite full-time, with preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 2+ years of related experience; Master's degree with 0+ years.
• Active Top Secret clearance and enrolled in Continuous Evaluation.
• Ability to meet customer-specific security screening requirements within a timeframe set forth by management.
• Willingness and ability to work onsite full-time.
• Experience with C/C++.
• Proven ability to code new software and modify existing software to add new features.
• Ability to debug existing software and correct defects.
• Experience with open software/system architecture solutions.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Git-based or other software configuration management tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop software utilizing C/C++ to modernize and productionize a research codebase.
• Develop software infrastructure to support CI/CD, software metrics collection, and MLOps.
• Implement software-systems, applications, and architectures that leverage modular, scalable, and reliable designs.
• Ensure industry software engineering best practices and standards are applied and maintained.
• Work closely with Software Leads to understand program intent, system capabilities, and output requirements.

Skills

C/C++

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Los Angeles area seeks a Software Engineer (Top Secret) to join the Mission Systems team in Woodland Hills, CA. You will drive C/C++ software development, modernize research code, and build CI/CD foundations to accelerate delivery.

The role emphasizes collaboration, rigorous security practices, and on-site execution with a strong focus on scalable, reliable systems. The position requires an active TS clearance and willingness to work onsite full-time, with preferred