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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Battelle Memorial Institute - **Location:** Columbus, OH, United States - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $115,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), C (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Bash Shell, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Ubuntu (Operating System), CMake, Configuration Management, Computer Engineering, Custom Software, Data Structures, Software Debugging, Linux, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Software Engineering, Virtual Machines, Git, Information Technology, Codebase, Software Version Control, Docker - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/17ec7094-98fd-4e60-aa74-3620b8811d7a ## About the Role * Bachelor's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field of study and (2) years of experience; Master's degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education/experience in a relevant. * Experienced working in both Windows and Linux (RHEL & Ubuntu) environments. * A self-starter that can effectively drive the development of software projects from initial concept through implementation. * Effective and consistent communication with customers and teammates at all stages of software development. * Proficiency in Python, C, C++, or C# (or similar general-purpose languages). * Ability to maintain software using Git (or other similar version control systems). * Build, test, and install with common build-systems such as CMake/Make and Poetry. * Be able to instantiate Virtual Machines/Environments for active development. * Experience creating and deploying containerized software using container engines like Podman, Docker, or Singularity. * Strong understanding of common data structures, algorithms, and their applications. * Experience automating tasks using Python, Bash, PowerShell and Batch Scripts. * Passion and drive to continuously improve your skill set. * Exceptional technical writing and team skills and experience or a willingness to support proposals, and progress reports. * Process management implementation utilizing configuration control and configuration management. Preferred Qualifications * Experience adding functionality and resolving issues in existing codebases. * Experience developing and debugging embedded applications. * Experience with formal software development processes. * Laboratory automation. * Data pipelining. * Ability to self-lead and self-teach. * Active DoD Secret clearance ## Description "From Silicon to Systems" - We are an elite, multi-disciplinary team, bringing together the brightest minds from physics, computer science, electrical engineering, and mathematics to develop unique embedded security solutions for government and industrial customers. Battelle has been trusted by government clients to solve some of the world's hardest security problems. We work in small agile teams to push the bounds of computing technology. Our high-powered labs include specialized software and hardware, so our engineers have everything they need to invent new Cyber solutions. As a Software Engineer, you will spend your day designing, coding, and testing software. Our projects are non-standard, highly customized, and will push you to new levels as a software developer. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of the software development life cycle with a focus on innovation and supporting cutting-edge R&D efforts. This position will be based out of Battelle offices in Columbus, Ohio or Chantilly, VA Responsibilities * You will work with customers and team members to understand project requirements and scope, design/develop/modify software and firmware for custom memory constrained hardware and related systems. * You will work with internal and external customers to understand and set goals and expectations and translate and communicate those goals and expectations to the team. * You will research and analyze new libraries, technologies and tools and perform full software life cycle functions including software/firmware requirements, architecture, design, code, test, integration, and documentation. * You will collaborate with Subject Matter Experts from various scientific fields to develop custom software solutions. * You will be tasked with custom software maintenance and development. ## Related Videos - [Code to Road in < 12 hours](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1082-code-to-road-in-12-hours) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [You’re a great coder? 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