Stimulator/Message Software Engineer - JobID-0264

Innovative Defense Technologies

Mount Laurel Township (NJ)

Hybrid

USD 114,000 - 231,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Competitive PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) with matching

Tuition assistance

Professional development resources

Pre-Tax commuter benefits

Tech Connect events

Employee recognition

Job summary

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is seeking a Stimulator/Message Software Engineer for our Warfare Systems team in Mount Laurel, NJ. The role focuses on architecting and refactoring legacy weapons software into a microservices-based stack for cloud-native and tactical-edge deployments. Required active Secret U.S.

Security Clearance, on-site with 4 days in office, hybrid workplace. You will work on real-time testing, AI/ML data analytics, cybersecurity, and DoD system integration within a

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent full-time professional experience.
5+ years of full-time professional experience
Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and test complex software in C++, utilizing Kafka and messaging protocols (DDS, Protobuf).
Integrate software components into complex DoD software environments.
Interact with customers to elicit requirements and document agreements.
Prototype next-generation solutions using AI/ML, distributed processing, and modeling.

Skills

C++

Kafka

DDS/Protobuf

Python/Java

Linux shell

Git

DevSecOps

AI/ML basics

Distributed systems

Software architecture

Education

Bachelor's in CS or related

Tools

Maven

Ant

Jenkins

Jira

VMware

Azure

AWS

GCP

Kafka

Cassandra

Job description

About The Role:

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Stimulator/Message Software Engineer to be part of our Warfare Systems team and based out of our Mount Laurel, NJ location.

The Stimulator/Message Software Engineer will be part of a multi-discipline team focused on the DOW's initiatives in support of tactical capability development for Navy surface and unmanned (UxVs) platforms and will be directly responsible for the architecting and refactoring of mission critical legacy weapons system software into a modern software technology stack where the target end state will ensure the highest impact to the US Navy by enabling a microservices based tactical platform within both a cloud-native and tactical-edge deployment model.

Warfare Systems' project domains include real-time automated test and analysis, virtual computing environments, Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML) based data analytics, cybersecurity, as well as backfit and forward-fit tactical solutions.

The Engineer will be fiercely accountable for the delivery of well-architected and production-ready solutions that exceed the Fleet's requirements.

Clearance & Location Requirements:

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

This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 4 days in office, based out of our Mount Laurel, NJ location.

Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, and test complex software in C++, utilizing Kafka, messaging protocols (DDS, Protobuf)
Design, implement, and test software using multiple languages and technology stacks
Integrate software components into complex DoD software environments
Explore and prototype next-generation solutions using artificial intelligence/machine learning, distributed processing, and modeling.
Interact with customers to elicit requirements and document agreements.
Present to organization leadership on project cost, schedule, and technical progress.
Software architecture development including hardware and software interfaces between software components.
Assist in developing user, functional, and technical requirements for tactical systems.
Participate and provide feedback for design & code/peer reviews.
Integrate individual software components into complex software environments.
Support test and integration activities at IDT labs and government Land Based Test Sites (LBTS).
Integrate software components into a complex software development environment
Ensure adherence to industry standards pertaining to security, orthodox programming paradigms, and performance requirements
Understand and interact with complex DoD software systems
Work with small cross-site teams of software and/or systems engineers
Collaborate with team members to peer-review architecture design, system requirements, and implemented code
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Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent full-time professional experience.
5+ years of full-time professional experience
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed
Familiarity with combat system design and software
Familiarity and experience with developing tactical systems software on DOD programs.
Familiarity with C, C++, Python, and/or Java programming languages
Adept with developing in Linux OS environments, including shell scripting.
Ability to decompose and document requirements and specifications.
Understanding of distributed systems, algorithms, data structures and software design patterns, especially the Strangler Pattern
Experience with Agile software development processes
Proficiency working within a Git CM environment
Comfortable with DevSecOps best practices
Ability to convert vague customer requirements into a refined vision.
Ability to identify and describe algorithmic complexity.
Ability to work on-site with potential hybrid flexibility.
Familiarity with the software development process (requirements through deployment)
Ability to design, develop, and analyze software systems
Ability to model/code/test algorithms in C++, Python, Java
Ability to model/code/test GUI applications
Proficiency in at least one modern language (e.g., Python, Java, C++, C#) and/or one modern frontend language (e.g., TypeScript, JavaScript)
Understanding of:
- Windows and Linux file systems
- Version control (Git)
- APIs (REST/gRPC)
- Modular code design
Ability to review, critique, and harden AI-generated code
Familiarity with SQL and relational databases (e.g., Postgres)
Familiarity with computer networking and various networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, CORBA, DDS)
Ability to perform many concurrent assignments and determine the need for changing priorities

What Makes You Stand Out:

Familiarity with the AEGIS Weapon System Common Source Library (CSL), ideally, or Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) Single Source Library (SSL)
Experience with AEGIS, ideally, or SSDS tactical systems
Experience utilizing Make build system, Maven, and Ant scripting
Experience with X-Windows
Familiar with Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) methodologies
Experience with Jenkins, Jira, and the Atlassian tool suite
Familiarity with foundational networking concepts such as routing, switching, identity services, intrusion detection, and firewall
Familiarity deploying virtual machines in VMWare vSphere environments including networking configuration
Familiarity designing complex software development environments including submodules, remote dependencies, and mixed-code deployments
Familiarity deploying virtual machines and/or containers into Azure cloud environments including networking configuration
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 while ability to see and understand the big picture
Experience with cloud computing, virtualization, or containerization technologies
Familiarity with Cloud infrastructure (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP)
Experience with big data solutions (e.g. Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, Cassandra)
Demonstrated experience using AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Codeium) for:
- Code generation
- Refactoring and optimization
- Debugging and root-cause analysis
Ability to write effective prompts and iterate with AI to improve code quality and performance
Understanding of AI limitations, hallucinations, and validation techniques
Experience with testing frameworks including unit testing and interface testing
Experience building user interfaces with a modern component framework such as React, Angular, or Vue.
Experience using Storybook or other Mock testing tooling.

Pay Range*

$114,000 - $184,000 or $135,000 - $231,000
*Pursuant to New Jersey Senate Bill 2310 IDT is required to disclose the "pay scale" or "pay range" associated with a job posting. Notably, however, 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. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

Job Benefits

Generous benefits package
Competitive PTO
Paid holidays
401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
Professional Development Resources
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
Annual Employee Recognition Awards
Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches

EEO Statement

IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.

About Innovative Defense Technologies

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale.

At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions.

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