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# Software Engineer (Sr. II)

- **Company:** Columbus Technologies and Services, Inc.
- **Location:** Greenbelt, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, DevOps, Network Interface Controllers, Revision Control Systems, Hardware Interface Design, Python (Programming Language), Networking Basics, Network Protocols, Software Architecture, Software Maintenance, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Scripting, Git, Information Technology, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=54363b27c369c33d

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
 * Typically 3 to 5 years of relevant professional software engineering experience.
 * Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, C++, Java, or C.
 * Experience with software development life cycle (SDLC) processes, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and maintenance.
 * Working knowledge of Linux and/or Windows operating environments.
 * Experience developing, reviewing, or maintaining software requirements and technical documentation.
 * Familiarity with software integration, troubleshooting, debugging, and verification and validation methodologies.
 * Understanding of networking fundamentals, communications protocols, and software-to-hardware interfaces.
 * Experience using configuration management and version control tools such as Git.
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication, and technical documentation skills.
 * Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary engineering teams., * Previous experience supporting NASA, Department of Defense (DoD), or other federal government aerospace programs.
 * Familiarity with NASA's Near Space Network (NSN), Space Communications and Navigation (SCaN) Program, or related ground and space communications systems.
 * Knowledge of telecommunications architectures, ground station systems, and mission operations software.
 * Experience with TCP/IP, network protocols, telemetry, command systems, or communications interfaces.
 * Familiarity with software architecture assessments, system requirements development, and interface control documents (ICDs).
 * Experience with automated testing, scripting, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), and DevOps practices.
 * Working knowledge of Agile software development methodologies.
 * Familiarity with NASA engineering standards, technical reviews, and mission assurance practices.
 * Experience supporting contractor deliverable reviews, technical evaluations, and independent engineering assessments.

## Description

We are seeking a Software Engineer II to provide software engineering, systems integration, and technical support to NASA's Near Space Network (NSN) Project. The successful candidate will support the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of software solutions associated with NASA's telecommunications and space communications infrastructure.

This position involves collaborating with government personnel, systems engineers, and development and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) contractors to ensure software solutions meet mission requirements, technical specifications, and operational objectives.