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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal/Sr Principal Software Engineer - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $108,800.0 - $163,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Configuration Management, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Scrum Methodology, Ansible, Virtual Machines, Virtualization Technology, Sonatype Nexus, Gitlab, Git, SC Clearance, Containerization, Kubernetes, Enterprise Integration, Software Version Control, Jenkins - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3367882395&tx=KJ1919FFG&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * Software Engineer- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and at least 2 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree in STEM field and 0 years of experience. * Principal Software Engineer- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and at least 5 years of relevant experience, Master's degree in STEM field and 3 years of relevant experience, or PhD in STEM field and 0 years * Strong experience with Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) concepts and implementation, including: * Virtualized environments and virtual machines. * Containerization technologies. * Container orchestration platforms. * Hands-on experience with: * Ansible and Ansible playbooks; Ansible Automation Platform. * Jenkins or similar CI/CD automation tools. * Sonatype Nexus or similar artifact repository managers. * Proficiency in Linux-based development and runtime environments. * Experience with modern configuration management and source control tools (Git / GitLab). * Current CompTIA Security+ certification * Active Secret Clearance. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with Python for automation, tooling, or pipeline integration. * CI/CD experience in classified or highly controlled environments. * Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining test bench and benchmarking CI/CD pipelines. * Experience defining CI/CD requirements, user stories, and use cases in partnership with development and test teams. * Familiarity with Agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, SAFe) ## Description Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking multiple Software Engineers and Principal Software Engineers to join the Global C2 Solutions Business Unit in Huntsville, Alabama. You will support the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) System Team - a specialized Agile team responsible for enabling and sustaining the Agile development environment, including development and maintenance of the Continuous Delivery Pipeline for mission-critical command and control (C2) software. In this role, you will partner closely with software, systems, DevOps, networking, cybersecurity, and infrastructure teams to deliver robust, secure, and scalable solutions in support of IBCS. This position is well-suited for an engineer who enjoys cross-functional coordination, solving complex integration problems, and driving continuous improvement across development pipelines and environments. Responsibilities / Essential Functions * Serve as a key member of the IBCS System Team, supporting the Agile development environment and Continuous Delivery Pipeline for multiple software baselines. * Collaborate cross-functionally with software, systems, DevOps, networking, cybersecurity, and infrastructure teams to plan, integrate, and improve end-to-end delivery workflows. * Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, clearly conveying technical issues, options, and impacts. * Apply strong problem-solving skills in ambiguous situations where requirements, priorities, and external constraints may change rapidly. * Influence and coordinate work across multiple teams without direct line authority, ensuring alignment on priorities and commitments. * Apply DevOps concepts and best practices to support software delivery pipelines, even when not acting as the primary implementer. * Take ownership to identify roadblocks, track actions, and drive issues through to closure. * Operate comfortably in an environment where priorities shift and the work mix includes both hands-on technical tasks and coordination/facilitation work. * Maintain technical credibility across multiple disciplines to effectively communicate with engineers and understand the work and trade space being discussed. * Work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels of the organization. ## Related Videos - [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) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [#90DaysOfDevOps - The DevOps Learning Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/548-90daysofdevops-the-devops-learning-journey) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [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) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)