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# Senior Software Developer

- **Company:** KBR Inc
- **Location:** Carlsbad, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $136,000.0 - $204,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Project Management, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), System Software, Web Services, ReactJS, Information Technology, Devsecops
- **Published:** September 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://kbr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/KBR_Careers/job/Carlsbad-California/Senior-Software-Developer_R2130600

## About the Role

Clearance & Citizenship: MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN. Must have a Secret Security Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.

Experience: 10+ years of software development, and object-oriented design and programming, including design, coding, and testing experience

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline

Technical Acumen:

 * Experience with Web Services and JavaScript (e.g., ReactJS)
 * Hands-on experience with Java, JavaScript, and C/C++, * Experience with Postgres and MySQL
 * AWS and Azure experience
 * Familiarity with Agile and/or DevSecOps procedures
 * Security+ or CISSP certification
 * Software Tester / Quality Assurance Specialist (with >6 years of experience in software testing and >1 year of experience in software quality assurance).
 * Contractor Product Owner (with >6 years of experience in software management and managing a backlog of requirements)
 * Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline

## Description

* Work with a team lead to define software requirements
 * Design & develop system software for our customers
 * Explore new areas or program in new languages to deliver a complete product
 * Support on-site meetings and deliveries to customers
 * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team to achieve customer and company goals


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