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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** AeroVironment, Inc.
- **Location:** Jessup, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Signals Intelligence, Databases, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Django Web Framework, Python (Programming Language), Webui, Standard Sql, Software Systems, SQLite, SQL Databases, Backend, Gitlab, Information Technology, Api Design, Software Version Control
- **Published:** August 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000glbriw

## About the Role

+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

 + 2 - 5 years of relevant experience

 + Strong Python development skills with experience using Django

 + Experience working with SQL or SQLite databases

 + Hands-on experience developing APIs

 + Familiarity with GitLab and both Linux and Windows operating systems

 + Ability to work independently and produce clear technical documentation

 + An active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies:

 + SIGINT domain knowledge or experience supporting analyst operations

 + Experience documenting systems or workflows using tools such as Gambit or Hub

## Description

The primary role of the **Software Engineer** is to sustain, enhance, and optimize mission-critical applications supporting SIGINT analyst operations. This role focuses on backend and web UI development, API integration, and troubleshooting within secure environments. You'll work independently to analyze requirements, develop new features, and maintain reliable software solutions that directly support national security missions.

Position Responsibilities:

 + Analyze user requirements and enhance software capabilities

 + Sustain, debug, and optimize mission-critical applications and web-based interfaces

 + Develop and integrate APIs using Python modules

 + Build and maintain applications using Django or similar full-stack frameworks

 + Design and interact with SQL-based data models

 + Use GitLab for version control and collaboration

 + Operate across Linux and Windows environments

 + Document development activities and system changes within mission platforms


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