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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Integration & Test Software Engineer 2 - **Company:** First Tek Inc. - **Location:** Linthicum Heights, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $133,120.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Microsoft Windows, Data Analysis, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, Scrum Methodology, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, System Testing, Systems Integration, Tcl (Programming Language), Test Data, Visual Systems, Real Time Systems, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Bitbucket, Jenkins - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/82b3a289-8afe-4d07-bed8-ab50a89529e9 ## About the Role · Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or STEM. · 8+ years of software development experience with embedded real-time systems, or: · 6+ years with a Master''s degree, or · 3+ years with a PhD. · Strong Python development experience. · Ability to debug own code and understand existing/legacy code. · Experience with software integration, debugging, logs, and data analysis. · Experience developing in Linux and/or Windows environments. · Experience in software testing and system debugging. · Experience with software configuration management tools. · U.S. Citizenship required. · Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI. No clearance required to start. Preferred Qualifications · Agile/Scrum experience. · C++ development experience. · TCL/Tk development experience. · Experience controlling test equipment through software, such as: · Oscilloscopes · Signal generators/analyzers · Power supplies · Experience integrating RF, digital, or optical systems/equipment. · Experience with Jenkins and Robot Framework. · Embedded Python optimization experience. · Ability to troubleshoot complex integrated applications and test setups. · Experience with Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket. · Active TS/SCI clearance preferred. · Core Technical Skills Must-Have: Python, Embedded Software, Integration & Test, Software Testing/Debugging, Linux/Windows, Configuration Management. Strong Plus: C/C++, TCL/Tk, Jenkins, Robot Framework, Embedded Systems Integration, Test Equipment Automation, Python Optimization, RF/Digital/Optical Systems, Atlassian tools., An experienced embedded software engineer with strong Python skills who can work hands-on across software development, system integration, test automation, and debugging in a space/aerospace environment. ## Description Seeking an Integration & Test Software Engineer 2 to design, develop, integrate, and test software used to manage test equipment and verify space payload systems. The role covers the full software development lifecycle within an Agile/Scrum environment, with a strong focus on Python, C++, TCL, automated testing, and system integration., · Develop, integrate, operate, and maintain integration and test software. · Build software to control test equipment and execute automated tests. · Perform software and system integration, verification, debugging, and troubleshooting. · Participate in Agile/Scrum teams, design reviews, peer reviews, and technical reviews. · Analyze logs and test data to identify issues and verify system performance. · Ensure software and system requirements are satisfied end-to-end. · Collaborate with engineering and system specialists and provide recommendations to technical leads. · Support automation of Space System testing and verification using Jenkins and Robot Framework. ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [The Road to MLOps: How Verivox Transitioned to AWS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1050-the-road-to-mlops-how-verivox-transitioned-to-aws) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Our GitOps approach for deploying an Identity Provider and an API Gateway in a SaaS company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/776-our-gitops-approach-for-deploying-an-identity-provider-and-an-api-gateway-in-a-saas-company) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard)