Sr. Software Engineer

Inmarsat PLC; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Inmarsat Government is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical software for defense customers.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering, 10+ years of experience, and an active TS/SCI clearance. You will drive architecture decisions, embrace Agile/DevSecOps, and ensure secure software lifecycles across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• 10+ years of software development experience.
• Proficiency in modern programming languages and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with secure software development and software lifecycle management.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical software for defense customers.
• Provide technical leadership in software architecture and design while advancing Agile and DevSecOps practices.
• Lead code reviews, system integration, defect resolution, and cybersecurity compliance efforts.
• Drive technical documentation and collaborate across engineering disciplines to deliver secure, scalable, and mission-ready software solutions.

Skills

10+ years experience

Agile methodologies

Security-focused development

DevSecOps

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science/software engineering or related field

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Sr. Software Engineer

Full Time Technical Wright Patterson AFB, Dayton, OH, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1225

Salary Range: $129,600.00 To $162,000.00 Annually

About Us

At Inmarsat Government, a wholly owned subsidiary of Viasat, Inc., we do things differently. Our culture empowers people to challenge conventional thinking, solve complex problems, and achieve what others may consider impossible. We design and deliver innovative, secure satellite and communications solutions that connect people, organizations, and critical missions anywhere in the world. Our technology enables millions to access the information, services, and opportunities that keep communities and missions moving forward. If you are driven to make an impact, solve what others cannot, and be part of something bigger than yourself, Inmarsat Government is where you belong.

Job Responsibilities:

The Senior Software Engineer leads the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical software capabilities for defense customers. The individual provides technical leadership in software architecture and design while advancing Agile development and DevSecOps practices. Responsibilities include leading code reviews, system integration, defect resolution, and cybersecurity compliance efforts. The role also drives technical documentation and collaborates across engineering disciplines to deliver secure, scalable, and mission-ready software solutions.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of software development experience.
• Proficiency in modern programming languages and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with secure software development and software lifecycle management.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.

What will help you on the job:

• Experience with Platform One, cloud-native software development, Kubernetes, and containerized environments.
• Professional certifications in Security+, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) are preferred.
• Additional certifications in Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204), Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Practitioner, HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate, and Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) are preferred.

Inmarsat Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer