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# Software Engineer (Secret Clearance)

- **Company:** Lockheed Martin
- **Location:** Colorado Springs, United States
- **Salary:** $76,500.0 - $134,895.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), C (Programming Language), HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Algorithm Design, Data Analysis, Software Applications, Confluence, JIRA, Unit Testing, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Eclipse (Software), Gradle, Python (Programming Language), Apache Maven, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Fortify (Software), Software Engineering, SonarQube, Systems Integration, Java Application Server, Git, Containerization, Information Technology, Build Tools, Software Version Control, Microservices
- **Published:** September 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/b39a4f59-547e-493c-b019-9c95505cbb0e

## About the Role

A final secret clearance is required for consideration
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics or related technical field
Demonstrated experience with at least one modern software language such as C++, C, C#, and/or Java (Preferably C++)
Knowledge/Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
Knowledge/experience in a Version Control System (Git)

Desired skills

Software development on a Linux environment
Experience with one or more of the following: Python, JavaScript, HTML
Strong analytical/problem solving abilities; effective communication for cross team coordination; Experience with JIRA and Confluence
Automation with Ansible
Containerization Experience
Microservice Experience
Software design/architecture experience
Hardware/software integration and test experience
Security+ Certification is a plus
Experience in design and development of software applications.
Experience in developing new capabilities into a legacy SW system.
Experience in SW analysis against performance requirements.
Experience in optimizing software applications for performance.
Experience in development of complex mathematical algorithms from whitepapers or algorithm design documentation.
Experience resolving cyber/security issues identified by Fortify/SonarQube/etc.
Experience using Eclipse to develop software applications.
Experience using Maven/Gradle or other SW build tools.
Experience using automated unit testing frameworks.
Security+ or equivalent certification may be required within 60 days of starting

## Description

Lockheed Martin is seeking a software engineer that will thrive in a fast paced team environment in the design, development, and testing of software applications. Under minimal direction, provides specialized expertise within multiple systems, software disciplines, as well as general knowledge of related disciplines, applications implications, and customer areas. Common responsibilities of a software engineer on the agile development teams include:
Design and develop new Java applications; Maintain existing Java applications
Support software testing and resolution of issues from multiple baselines
Perform in-depth analysis and technical support of systems software products, including complex problem resolution
Works from system specifications to develop or modify operating systems applications
Assist with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging and documentation of programs
Interface with other system support groups
Generate software design artifacts and support design and code reviews

Please Note:

-The role will involve approximately 10% travel to customer sites throughout the U.S., Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.


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