Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer | Laurel, MD

We're hiring on behalf of a highly respected research and development organization that tackles critical national security challenges. This company is known for its impactful work in defense, space, and science, fostering a collaborative environment where innovation thrives and employees contribute to significant advancements.

The Role

• Lead software development teams in designing and building next-generation maritime systems.

• Execute full software engineering lifecycle, including requirements, architecture, object-oriented design, development, integration, and testing.

• Prepare and deploy software solutions both internally and at customer sites, with opportunities to support sea trials.

• Innovate by applying modern technologies to enhance the capabilities and performance of existing naval systems.

• Document development activities, test results, and prepare technical reports and briefings for diverse stakeholders.

• Contribute to the modernization, security, and high performance of critical maritime platforms.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

• 5+ years of software development experience with Java, C++, and/or C#.

• Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, including algorithms and data structures.

• Experience with modern development and project management tools, such as GitLab, and source control.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

What's On Offer

• A key role in modernizing significant national security platforms.

• A dynamic, collaborative team environment with a focus on innovation and problem-solving.

• Opportunities to directly impact critical defense systems and naval readiness.

• A comprehensive benefits package including robust education assistance and retirement contributions.

Apply via Haystack today!