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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Developer - Strong C++ - **Company:** WOODSIDE STAFFING SOLUTIONS LLC - **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $8,320.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Distributed Systems, Design of User Interfaces, RabbitMQ, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Jupyter Notebook, Cloud Platform System, Test-Driven Development (TDD), ReactJS, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, C++ Frameworks, Devsecops, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** August 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9089552/software-developer-strong-c ## About the Role Our Client is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to support the Missile and Space Command - Force Modeling and Simulations Contract for Framework and Tools (MASC-F) program. This role will focus on designing and developing secure, scalable, and high-performance software systems that operate within standalone and distributed computing environments. The ideal candidate will be a recognized expert in software development and system architecture with demonstrated experience leading Agile development teams in defense or mission-critical domains. Must have an active and transferable DoD SECRET security clearance with current investigation at the required level. Must be able to maintain the required clearance, * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience/combined education) * Minimum 5 years of professional software engineering experience, or 3 years with a master's degree and a related field * Active DoD Secret clearance or higher * Strong experience with Java or C++ * Solid understanding of UI/UX design principles and implementation * Experience integrating with tools and technologies such as RabbitMQ, Storybook, Jupyter Notebooks, Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence), and Digital Agility Desired Skills (Not required): * Typescript/Javcascript and React experience * Experience with deploying software in a cloud environment (either Azure or AWS) * Experience with Kubernetes (might be listed as K3s, RKE2, AKS, or EKS on their resume) * Experience supporting DoD or aerospace/defense programs * Experience with the OpenSplice software * Experience with Test-Driven development practices * Background in distributed systems, local compute cluster platforms / cloud architectures, and containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Podman) * Knowledge of OSF-G architecture or similar real-time frameworks * Experience with DevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD processes 9+ years + BS for Level 4 6+ years + BS for Level 3 2+ years + BS for Level 2 0-1 years + BS for Level 1 ## Description * Participate on a team of software developers supporting architecture discussions; code design, development and review to delivery; and integration * Develop code based on written features in a highly collaborative environment, provide code-level insights to debug software * Ensure adherence to software engineering standards, language style guides, best practices, and configuration management processes * Develop UI/UX components and intuitive front-end solutions using tools such as Storybook and modern Java or C++ frameworks (familiarity with both but expertise In one or the other). 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