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# C++ Software Engineer

- **Company:** Science Applications International Corporation
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $160,001.0 - $200,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), CMake, Software Documentation, Software Quality, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Data Structures, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), Kinematics, Lua (Scripting Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Architecture, Simulation Software, Software Engineering, Git, Information Technology, Build Tools, C++14, Software Version Control
- **Published:** August 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/37a7cc67-342d-4a71-b7e2-831f4dadd018

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field and 9 years of related experience
Proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or later).
Experience with object-oriented design, data structures, and software architecture fundamentals.
Familiarity with AFSIM, simulation frameworks, or plugin-based architectures.
Ability to work with Git and collaborative development workflows., Experience developing simulation models, real-time or constructive simulation software, or game-engine-style behavior systems.
Familiarity with Boost, CMake, or cross-platform build systems.
Exposure to Lua/Python for integration or scripting.
Understanding of sensor physics, kinematics, or engagement modeling (helpful but not required).

## Description

SAIC is seeking a C++ Software Engineer in Arlington, VA. This role focuses on developing C++-based extensions, plugins, and custom capabilities for AFSIM. The engineer will implement new simulation behaviors, integrate external models, and enhance analytical toolchains that support mission-level analysis and system-of-systems assessments. This position partners closely with analysts to convert modeling requirements into robust, maintainable software features., Design, develop, and maintain C++ extensions, plugins, and modules for AFSIM.
Implement new simulation capabilities, physics based modeling, sensor/weapon logic, and custom interfaces.
Integrate external libraries, data sources, or physics-based models into the AFSIM runtime environment.
Translate analyst requirements into software features, ensuring correctness, performance, and maintainability.
Debug, optimize, and validate plugin behavior within complex simulation environments.
Maintain software documentation, API references, and integration guides.
Support build system configuration, version control workflows, and continuous integration pipelines.
Ensure code quality through unit testing, peer reviews, and adherence to coding standards.


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