> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3135858-software-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3135858-software-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Nabout Leidos - **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $69,550.0 - $125,725.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Algorithm Design, C++ (Programming Language), Software Quality, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Integration, Containerization, Information Technology, Microservices - **Published:** September 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/351426/junior-software-engineer-alabama-al-huntsville ## About the Role * Candidate must possess at least a bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent technical degree with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.\n * Candidate should have 2+ years of relevant technical experience.\n * Candidate must be a U.S. citizen and be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance.\n * Relevant technical experience must include developing, integrating, testing, or troubleshooting embedded software or embedded-adjacent applications that interface with, operate, monitor, support, simulate, control, or communicate with embedded systems.\n * Must be a resident of North Alabama or willing to relocate to the Huntsville-North Alabama area.\n * Demonstrable experience with C/C++ required.\n * Experience with Python or Java.\n * Understanding of software architecture patterns and design principles.\n * Experience with software configuration management principles and techniques.\n * Experience with software quality engineering concepts.\n * Experience with good software standards and practices.\n, * Experience with embedded missile systems, aerospace, or weapons systems development.\n * Familiarity with real-time embedded systems.\n * Knowledge of Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) principles and application\n * Experience with containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and microservices technology.\n * Knowledge of guidance & control algorithms.\n * Knowledge of navigation systems.\n * Knowledge of mission planning systems (NOMS, JMPS).\n * Knowledge of sensors used in guidance, navigation, or mission planning systems.\n * Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink for algorithm development and simulation a plus.\n * Understanding of hardware-software integration and software systems engineering principles\n * Strong problem-solving abilities and systems-level thinking.\n ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [How Regex Works: The Secret Sauce Behind Pattern Matching](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1212-how-regex-works-the-secret-sauce-behind-pattern-matching) - [Microservices: how to get started with Spring Boot and Kubernetes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/242-microservices-how-to-get-started-with-spring-boot-and-kubernetes) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Eclipse Qrisp: Next Generation of Quantum Algorithm Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1155-eclipse-qrisp-next-generation-of-quantum-algorithm-development) - [Cloud Chaos and Microservices Mayhem](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/104-cloud-chaos-and-microservices-mayhem) ## Related Articles - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023)