Software Engineer – Space Systems (SCI/TS)

Northrop Grumman; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 114,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Software Engineer - Level 3/4 for either Redondo Beach, CA or Aurora, CO. The role focuses on developing and sustaining mission-critical software across subsystems, with opportunities to contribute to new capabilities for national security missions.

The position requires an active SCI or TS clearance, with relocation possible and travel up to 10%. A strong background in object-oriented programming and backend services is essential, along with experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience; Master’s with 3 years; PhD with 1 year; 4 years may be considered in lieu.
• Active SCI or TS clearance with ability to obtain SCI prior to start date.
• Object-oriented programming experience and server-side language proficiency (C++, Python, Node.js, Go, or Java).
• Experience developing scalable backend solutions and designing RESTful/GraphQL/gRPC services.
• Proficient in Agile practices and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket).

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain multiple mission-oriented software product lines.
• Collaborate with a large team across subsystems and software focus areas.
• Create innovative solutions to support national security missions.
• Contribute to architecture, design, and implementation of backend services.

Skills

OOP

C++

Python

Node.js

Go

Java

Backend development

RESTful APIs

GraphQL APIs

gRPC services

Agile

Jira

Confluence

Bitbucket

Kubernetes

Linux

Git

Tools

Kubernetes

Linux

Git

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Software Engineer - Level 3/4 for either Redondo Beach, CA or Aurora, CO. The role focuses on developing and sustaining mission-critical software across subsystems, with opportunities to contribute to new capabilities for national security missions.

The position requires an active SCI or TS clearance, with relocation possible and travel up to 10%. A strong background in object-oriented programming and backend services is essential, along with experience in