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# Senior Software Engineer

- **Company:** Insight Global
- **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Data Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, SC Clearance, Modeling and Simulation, C++14, C++ Frameworks, Programming Languages
- **Published:** July 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9020425/senior-software-engineer

## About the Role

Active Secret Security Clearance
-Ability and willingness to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance
-Bachelor's Degree in a STEM-related field
-5+ years of modern C++ development experience
-Strong understanding of C++ frameworks, engines, and software architectures
-Expertise with C++20 or newer standards
-Experience applying modern software design patterns and engineering principles
-Experience leading architectural design efforts
-Ability to mentor and guide junior developers
-Strong communication and technical leadership skills, Experience with Command and Control (C2) systems
-Modeling and Simulation experience
-Experience developing simulation frameworks or simulation engines
-TS or TS/SCI Clearance
-Experience supporting intelligence community or defense customers
-Experience with data architecture and data modeling
-Python, Rust, or other modern programming languages
-Previous team lead or technical leadership experience
-Experience working with radar systems, sensors, aircraft systems, or large-scale simulation environments
-Master's Degree in a STEM discipline

## Description

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our client in support of a mission-critical command-and-control (C2) software modernization effort for the National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC).

This engineer will serve as the technical leader for a growing development team building Caesar, a next-generation command-and-control framework being developed from the ground up. The program supports intelligence and defense operations and requires a strong software architect who can guide technical direction while remaining hands-on in development.

The ideal candidate has deep expertise in modern C++, software architecture, and framework design, along with the ability to mentor developers, drive engineering standards, and solve complex technical challenges within a highly specialized defense environment.

What You'll Do
-Lead the technical direction and architecture of a modern command-and-control software framework
-Design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions using modern C++ (C++20 and newer)
-Establish software engineering best practices, development standards, and architectural guidelines
-Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers
-Collaborate with developers, product managers, and government stakeholders to deliver mission-critical capabilities
-Evaluate complex engineering problems and implement scalable technical solutions
-Guide framework and engine design decisions across the platform
-Perform hands-on development while providing technical leadership to the team
-Support the evolution of a next-generation intelligence and defense software ecosystem
-Contribute to long-term product strategy and software modernization initiatives


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