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Software Developer (Missile Defense)

Softworld Inc

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Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
$110000 - $145000 per year
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IT - Software
Moorestown, NJ (On/Off-Site)

Job Title: Software Developer (Missile Defense)

Job Location: Moorestown NJ 08057

Onsite Requirements:

* C++
* embedded systems
* linux

Contract, Permanent/Direct Hire or Contract to Permanent: contract to hire

Job Description:

* Our client is supporting a leading defense integrator in hiring multiple Software Developers to support a long-term Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) initiative.
* These roles involve embedded C++ development for mission-critical naval combat systems, specifically supporting the Aegis Weapon System.
* Candidates will join a multi-disciplinary Agile team responsible for building, testing, and maintaining complex software solutions used in national defense.

Key Responsibilities:

* Design, develop, and maintain C++ applications for embedded defense systems running on Linux/Solaris platforms
* Collaborate with systems and test engineers to integrate software into naval platforms, including live system tests
* Participate in Agile sprints, daily scrums, code reviews, and software design sessions
* Develop and maintain software documentation, including technical specs and test procedures
* Utilize tools such as JIRA, Git, Bitbucket, and UML for tracking, version control, and documentation
* Apply Object-Oriented Programming and design patterns to develop modular, reusable, and scalable solutions
* Support full software development lifecycle activities from requirements analysis to field testing

Required Qualifications:

* Hands-on design, development, and maintenance of C++ applications for embedded defense systems running on Linux/Solaris platforms
* Experience developing in Linux or UNIX environments (e.g., Red Hat, Solaris)
* Strong understanding of multithreading, memory management, and inter-process communication
* Familiarity with Git-based version control systems and Agile development practices
* Experience working on U.S. Navy, Missile Defense, or Radar-related systems (Aegis, BMD, SPY-1, etc.)
* Exposure to CMMI Level 3+ processes and model-based development
* Scripting in Python or Bash a plus



* **3rd party and subcontract staffing agencies are not eligible for partnership on this position. 3rd party subcontractors need not apply.
* This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States, directly for an employer, without sponsorship now or anytime in the future.
* This client is a US Federal Government contractor and is legally required to hire US Citizens. US Citizens will only be considered for this role.**
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