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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** John Galt Staffing, Inc.
- **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Software Debugging, Google Guice, Swing (Java), Java Foundation Classes, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Apache Felix, Osgi, Software Coding
- **Published:** September 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9155256/software-engineer

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical field from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 1 year of related professional experience
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must be able to work onsite in a closed-area environment daily
Software engineering and development experience with Java and/or C++
Knowledge of basic software development practices, including coding standards and configuration management
Familiarity with Java foundation classes and toolkits
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and within a team environment

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Agile software development environments and methodologies
Java Swing
Runtime Modularity and Service Registries, including OSGi or Apache Felix
Runtime Injection Frameworks, including Google Guice or Spring
Kill chain concepts or related experience
Analysis and investigations using scripts
Experience supporting defense or other mission-critical systems

Security Clearance
Candidates must currently possess and be able to maintain a minimum DoD Secret security clearance.

## Description

We are seeking a Software Engineer to join a collaborative engineering team in Huntsville, AL. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, motivated, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment supporting complex technical programs., The Software Engineer will function as an integral member of a multi-disciplinary engineering team, providing software development and technical support for mission-critical systems., Software development primarily using Java
Assist with software design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation
Collaborate with engineering and technical team members throughout the software development lifecycle
Support development and integration activities in an onsite, closed-area environment


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