Software Engineer - JobID-0055

Innovative Defense Technologies, LLC

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 184,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Competitive PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) with vesting & matching

Tuition assistance

Tech Connect events

Catered lunches

Job summary

Innovative Defense Technologies, LLC (IDT) seeks a Software Engineer to join our Arlington, VA-based team. You will design, implement, and test software across C++/Java stacks for DoD systems, with on-site collaboration and potential hybrid support. A U.S.

Security Clearance is required. You will work in a dynamic environment with cutting-edge MBSE, AI-driven capabilities, and complex DoD architectures, contributing to fielded systems and lab testing while ensuring SDLC adherence and rigorous

Qualifications

3+ years of software development experience
Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE/Systems/Physics/Mathematics or equivalent full-time professional experience

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and test software using multiple languages and technology stacks
Prototype next-generation solutions for DoD customers
Integrate software components into complex DoD software environments
Support test and integration activities in IDT labs and on-site customer labs
Develop software interfaces across TCP/UDP, DDS, ActiveMQ, Kafka, RabbitMQ
Lead in developing user, functional, and technical requirements for software systems
Participate in design reviews and code reviews

Skills

C++/Java

Confluence/Jira

Documentation

Distributed systems

Algorithms

OO programming

Git/SVN

Testing

Requirements elicitation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in CS/CE/EE/Math

Tools

Docker/Podman

Kubernetes

Terraform/Ansible

Jenkins

JFrog Artifactory

Gitlab

VMware/VirtualBox

Networking basics

Job description

Software Engineer - JobID-0055

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Arlington, VA

Compensation: $90,000 - $184,000 / year

Description

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration, automated testing and data analysis for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking a Software Engineer to be based in our Arlington, VA office. Leveraging advanced software automation, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), and AI-driven capabilities, IDT accelerates capability development, enhances operational readiness, and reduces lifecycle costs for the Department of Defense. The company is dedicated to transforming defense systems through innovation, efficiency, and mission-critical results.

Overview

This position is based in our Arlington, VA office, with support to Government customer meetings and installations throughout the United States. You will join a team of dynamic, leading-edge software engineers, system integrators, and system engineers. You must have experience with complex systems and fluency with contemporary programming languages, development environments, and architectures. You will be a key contributor to the development and execution of fielded DoD systems, inclusive of primarily software, but also infrastructure, security, and operational design. The environment is challenging, and you will work within a to solve complex problems for this growing business.

Software Engineer responsibilities include gathering user requirements, defining system functionality, writing code in various languages (C++, Java), and verifying software functionality through testing. The ideal candidate is familiar with the software development life cycle (SDLC) from preliminary system analysis to tests and deployment. This role requires full-time presence on-site at our Arlington, VA office.

All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Security Clearance.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities Include:

Design, implement, and test software using multiple languages and technology stacks
Explore and prototype next-generation solutions for DoD customers
Integrate software components into complex DoD software environments
Support test and integration activities in IDT labs, as well as on-site customer labs
Develop software interfaces to communicate across network protocols such as TCP/UDP, DDS, ActiveMQ, Kafka, RabbitMQ
Take leadership in developing user, functional, and technical requirements for software systems
Participating in and providing feedback in design reviews and code reviews

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in software development
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics or equivalent full-time professional experience

Skills Knowledge & Expertise

Required skills:

Strong proficiency in modern C++ or Java
Experience using Confluence and Jira in a software development environment
Experience with tactical DoD systems and tactical data networks
Ability to decompose and document requirements and specifications
Understanding of distributed systems, algorithms, data structures and software design patterns
Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle
Understanding of object-oriented programming
Proficiency working with version control software like Git, SVN and software development environments
Experience with software testing and configuration management
Ability to convert vague customer requirements into a refined software solution
Ability to identify and describe algorithmic complexity
Ability to work on-site with potential hybrid flexibility
Ability to travel approximately 10%

Preferred skills:

Active DOD Clearance.
Proficiency in containerization (Docker, Podman, etc.) and orchestration frameworks (Swarm, Kubernetes, etc.)
Development, system integration, and test experience with complex DoD systems
Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment
Experience with virtualization and containerization deployment technologies
Experience with deployment automation tools (SALT, Ansible, Terraform etc.)
Proficiency working with different SW development tools such as Jenkins, JFrog Artifactory, and Gitlab
Experience with creating and configuring Virtual Machines (VMware, VirtualBox, etc.)
Experience with basic network concepts like VLANs, IP addressing schemes, and static routing

Competencies:

Solid analytical abilities, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
Problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguous situations
Excellence in oral, written, and technical communication with peers and non-technical cohorts
Initiative, creativity, reliability, teamwork
Strong organization and planning skills
Attention to detail

Pay Range*: $90,000 - $150,000 or $114,000 - $184,000

This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

Benefits

Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):

IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including: