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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software System Engineer (Level 4) - AHT - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Redondo Beach, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Integration Architecture, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, CMake, Software Quality, Code Review, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Linux, Distributed Systems, Gradle, Python (Programming Language), Apache Maven, OpenShift, Secure Coding, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Data Streaming, Private Cloud Environment, Data Logging, Backend, Git, Git Flow, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Build Tools, Software Version Control, Docker - **Published:** August 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/software-system-engineer-level-4-aht-redondo-beach-ca-usa-58916202 ## About the Role _ and alerting * Drive software quality through unit/integration tests, code reviews, and test automation * Troubleshoot across application, container, and cloud layers * Apply secure coding practices and basic cloud security concepts * Use Git and related workflows for source control and branching strategies * Demonstrate strong problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills Tasks * Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 8+ years of software engineering experience, or Master's with 6+ years, or PhD with 4+ years * Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain Special Program Access * Strong programming skills in Java, Python, or C++; ability to read others is a plus * Hands-on experience designing containerized applications (e.g., Docker) for private cloud deployment * Experience with container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes, OpenShift) * Experience integrating applications with Apache Kafka or similar streaming platforms * Proficiency with Linux a a shell scripting * Experience with build tools (Maven/Gradle for Java, CMake for C++, or equivalent) * Experience in systems engineering for distributed/cloud-native systems * Experience developing/maintaining system requirements, ICDs, and architecture diagrams Key requirements * Medical, Dental & Vision coverage * 401k * Educational Assistance * Life Insurance * Paid Time Off * Flexible Schedules ## Description Experteer Overview In this Software System Engineer role, you will contribute to space mission planning software, building and integrating containerized services and Kafka-backed data streams. You'll work with systems engineers to translate requirements into robust software, and deploy cloud-enabled solutions with a focus on reliability and security. You'll operate in a cross-functional, mission-driven space environment and help scale complex distributed systems. This role offers meaningful impact on space programs and opportunities to lead technical and process improvements. Compensation / Benefits * Design, implement, and integrate containerized software components for a space mission planning system * Integrate mission planning services with Kafka-based backend data streams with emphasis on reliability and scalability * Collaborate with systems engineers to translate requirements into robust software solutions * Develop and maintain cloud-deployed services with monitoring, logging, and alerting * Drive software quality through unit/integration tests, code reviews, and test automation * Troubleshoot across application, container, and cloud layers * Apply secure coding practices and basic cloud security concepts * Use Git and related workflows for source control and branching strategies * Demonstrate strong problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills Tasks * Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 8+ years of software engineering experience, or Master's with 6+ years, or PhD with 4+ years * Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain Special Program Access * Strong programming skills in Java, Python, or C++; ability to read others is a plus * Hands-on experience designing containerized applications (e.g., Docker) for private cloud deployment * Experience with container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes, OpenShift) * Experience integrating applications with Apache Kafka or similar streaming platforms * Proficiency with Linux and shell scripting * Experience with build tools (Maven/Gradle for Java, CMake for C++, or equivalent) * Experience in systems engineering for distributed/cloud-native systems * Experience developing/maintaining system requirements, ICDs, and architecture diagrams Key requirements * Medical, Dental & Vision coverage * 401k * Educational Assistance * Life Insurance * Paid Time Off * Flexible Schedules ## 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) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023)