Onsite Software Engineer – Level 3 or 4

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About the role

  • Software Engineer developing Python applications on Linux for Northrop Grumman's Space Sector. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable software in a SCIF environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain Python applications on Linux servers.
  • Implement version control best practices using Git, including branching, pull‑request reviews, and CI pipelines.
  • Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting, and performance tuning of production systems.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional engineers to deliver secure, scalable software.
  • Contribute to containerization and orchestration efforts (Docker, Kubernetes) as needed.
  • Assist in the integration of cloud services (primarily AWS) for development, staging, and production environments.
  • Produce clear technical documentation and adhere to DoD security and compliance standards

Requirements

  • Requires an active U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret ( TS )/Sensitive Compartmented Information ( SCI ) clearance [ TS/SCI ] at time of application, current and within scope
  • LEVEL 3 (Principal) - Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR PhD with 1 year of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
  • LEVEL 4 (Sr Principal) - Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience – OR PhD with 4 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Professional experience developing software on Linux platforms
  • Proven expertise in Python, and Git (branching, merging, CI workflows)
  • Ability to write clean, maintainable code and follow secure coding practices

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
  • Company paid holidays

Job title

Software Engineer – Level 3 or 4

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$108,800 - $171,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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