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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Secret C/C++ Software Engineer - **Company:** Insight Global - **Location:** Nellis Air Force Base, NV, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $128,960.0 - $143,520.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Software Design Patterns, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Linux Commands, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Architecture, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Release Management, SAP (Applications), Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Git, Git Flow, Integration Tests, Production Code, Modeling and Simulation, Software Version Control - **Published:** May 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000g3jjze ## About the Role * Must have at least 5 years of C++ and software engineering experience with a Bachelors in CS/CE or a related Engineering, Math, or Physics field. OR 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience. * Extensive experience with object-oriented software design and development, particularly in C++. * Experience working with Git version control system, including branching, merging, and conflict resolution. * Proficiency working in a Linux command-line environment (Bash). * Able to successfully manage competing tasks and priorities. * Strong oral and written communication, troubleshooting and organizational skills. * Must have an active secret clearance * Active DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance. * Experience with NGTS programming. * Experience with GRID or GRID services and programming. * Experience scripting and programming object-oriented languages like Java and Python is a plus. * Experience contributing to the system design or architecture of new and current systems. * Experience with Agile software practices. * Extensive experience with Git bash and repo functions in a production code construct, including advanced branching strategies and release management. * Familiarity with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and basic Linux commands. * Experience supporting Special Access Program (SAP) efforts. ## Description Insight Global is looking for a C/C++ Software Engineer to join one of our clients at Nellis AFB. They will help design, develop, and maintain critical system software components for Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center - Nellis (JITTC-N), Nellis AFB, NV. As part of a team providing on-site Modeling and Simulation (M&S) support to establish and deliver high-end Advanced Tactics, Training, and Test capability for Government personnel operating under USAFWC/ACC, this candidate will contribute to the development and maintenance of NAVAIR's Next Generation Threat System (NGTS), a continually evolving synthetic environment generator that provides constructive entities to the battlespace simulation and supports multiple platform/services training, testing, analysis, and research and development. The Software Engineer will leverage their expertise in C++/C, along with strong design skills, to enhance the functionality and integration of NGTS with other JSE components like GRID (Global Reusable Interface Domain) in a complex simulation and training environment. This role requires a solid understanding of software architecture and development of best practices. What You Will Do Developing software for an advanced synthetic training environment. This software is integrated into flight simulators to support pilot training against potential threats. Support software development, software integration, customer training and demonstrations. * Demonstrates a knowledge of standard programming algorithms, design patterns, and object-oriented software design. * Evaluate and review C++ language code. Programming using C++, C, Python 3. * Develops parallel processes, threading, process communication. * Utilizes Git for daily code management, including branching, merging, and resolving conflicts within a collaborative development environment. * Works proficiently with Git in both Bash (Linux) and Windows environments. * Interacts with remote repositories, pushes code updates, and manages local repositories. * Adheres to established branching strategies and understands the implications of working with master/production branches. ## Related Videos - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [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) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Why Git Still Matters](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100288-why-git-still-matters) - [Stop Committing Your Secrets - GIt Hooks To The Rescue!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/573-stop-committing-your-secrets-git-hooks-to-the-rescue) ## Related Articles - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [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) - [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) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 10 C++ programming questions to expect in an interview](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/50-the-10-c-programming-questions-to-expect-in-an-interview)