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# Software Engineer (C++, Linux, bash scripting) - Active Secret clearance

- **Company:** General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Manassas, VA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Software Quality, Linux, Distributed Systems, Network Troubleshooting, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Strategies of Testing, Computer Networking Systems, SC Clearance
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/software-engineer-c%2B%2B-linux-bash-scripting-active-secret-clearance-manassas-va-usa-58896977

## About the Role

a resolution * Participate in technical reviews and drive continuous improvement of software development practices * Support program reviews, customer engagements, and technical planning activities Tasks * Bachelor's degree in software-related field with 2+ years of relevant experience, or Master's with 6 months relevant experience * Active Secret security clearance and U.S. citizenship; local onsite work * Solid understanding of software engineering concepts and strong coding/testing/documentation skills * Ability to follow standard practices and collaborate with project leaders Key requirements * flexible schedules with every other Friday off (9/80) * 401k matching * flex time off * paid parental leave * healthcare benefits * wellness programs

## Description

Experteer Overview As a Software Engineer on the SLCM-N program, you contribute to a new Navy-focused capability by designing, building, and testing software for mission-critical systems. You will partner with a close-knit, mission-driven team to shape architecture and drive software quality in networking and distributed environments. Expect engaging challenges with real national-security impact and opportunities to influence technical roadmaps. This onsite, clearance-required role suits engineers who want to grow within a high-stakes defense program. Compensation / Benefits * Contribute to architectural standards, roadmaps, and design decisions for networking and distributed systems * Implement and optimize networking solutions for mission-critical systems * Contribute to software development, testing methodologies, and system integration practices * Resolve highly complex software and networking issues with broad system impact * Collaborate on complex software integration and issue resolution * Participate in technical reviews and drive continuous improvement of software development practices * Support program reviews, customer engagements, and technical planning activities Tasks * Bachelor's degree in software-related field with 2+ years of relevant experience, or Master's with 6 months relevant experience * Active Secret security clearance and U.S. citizenship; local onsite work * Solid understanding of software engineering concepts and strong coding/testing/documentation skills * Ability to follow standard practices and collaborate with project leaders Key requirements * flexible schedules with every other Friday off (9/80) * 401k matching * flex time off * paid parental leave * healthcare benefits * wellness programs


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