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# Principal Software Engineer with Test Solutions

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Houston, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $107,500.0 - $204,500.0
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Software Applications, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, DevOps, Github, Integrated Development Environments, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Software Architecture, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, TCP/IP, UML, Software Troubleshooting, Computer Equipment, Optimization Algorithms, Visual Basic Language, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/bc3352b6-3b29-403b-8188-76be6d01b7fc

## About the Role

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, * Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.

 * Experience in developing and integrating software applications using programming languages including but not limited to C++, C#, Java, Python or Visual Basic.
 * Experience in utilizing integrated development environments and debugging tools to troubleshoot software implementation and ensure integrity of the software products.
 * Prior experience in Windows Operating System and Microsoft Visual Studio is required.
 * The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required., * Prior experience in laboratory test instrumentation, electronics, and software (Ex. oscilloscopes, power supplies, digital multimeters)
 * Experience with computer architecture and computer hardware optimization techniques
 * Experience of the development of software drivers for the operation of computer hardware interfaces
 * Experience in common computer hardware interface and data protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, or RS-422
 * Experience with Unified Modeling Language (UML) to visualize software architecture and design
 * Experience in software development lifecycles, such as Waterfall and Agile
 * Experience with Software Configuration Management principles
 * Experience with Microsoft Azure DevOps Server or GitHub
 * Written and interpersonal communication skills
 * Experience in leading teams/projects in a technical capacity