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# Software Engineer -- ENG06

- **Company:** Cornerstone Defense
- **Location:** Aurora, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $170,000.0 - $200,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Apache ActiveMQ, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Signals Intelligence, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Transmissions, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Message Broker, RabbitMQ, Requirements Management, Software Engineering, Systems Modeling Language, Enterprise Application Integration, Cloud Platform System, Kubernetes, Atlassian Tools, Apache Kafka, Devsecops, Golang
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8752138/software-engineer-eng06

## About the Role

* A Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 10 years of relevant software engineering experience.
 * Experience as a Software Architect.
 * Experience developing software using Java or C++.
 * Experience with cloud environments and Kubernetes.
 * Experience with message brokers such as RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, or Kafka.
 * Experience with enterprise integration patterns.
 * Experience with System Engineering processes such as requirements management, use case development, and trade studies.
 * Experience with Cameo Modeling using Systems Modeling Language (SysML).
 * Experience with the SAFe Agile software development methodology.
 * An active and transferable U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required prior to start date. An active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance that can be crossed over to a TS/SCI security clearance prior to start is also acceptable. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:

 * Experience with SIGINT, Digital Communication, or digital signal processing software development.
 * Experience programming solutions in C++, Java, Python, and GO.
 * Experience with Cameo Modeling using the Unified Architecture Framework (UAF).
 * Experience with DevOps, Continuous Integration/Continuous Development, and automated test.
 * Experience with Atlassian Tools.

## Description

* Lead program's baseline modernization efforts.
 * Provide technical direction and design to software agile development teams, and other engineering personnel.
 * Mentor and guide senior and junior engineers.
 * Generate software cost and schedule estimates to support future development bids using techniques such as parametric analysis of SLOC, hours, or other metrics
 * Modern DevSecOps and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery techniques.
 * Software lifecycle practices on defense projects.
 * Advance software technologies.


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