Software Engineer

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:

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.

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