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# Advanced Software Engineer (C++, Java)

- **Company:** General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Manassas, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $124,216.0 - $137,803.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Message Queuing Protocol, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Software Documentation, Software Quality, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Linux, Protocol Buffers, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Object-Oriented Software Development, Qt (Software), Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Software Systems, System Testing, Software Troubleshooting, Git, Containerization, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Data Analytics, Grpc, Docker
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=12074032a9957283

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 3 years relevant experience., Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required., * Strong C++ development fundamentals and experience with object-oriented design.

 * Experience with Qt, Java, Python, Linux, or distributed software systems.
 * Familiarity with AMQP, gRPC, Protocol Buffers, containerization, Kubernetes, or Helm.
 * Experience with Git, automated testing, CI/CD, and Agile development.
 * Ability to learn complex systems and interfaces quickly.
 * Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
 * Experience with Navy, tactical, combat-system, or other mission-critical software.

## Description

* Develop and maintain production-quality software using C++, Qt, Java, or Python.
 * Implement software components from system and interface requirements.
 * Integrate distributed applications using APIs, AMQP, gRPC, Protocol Buffers, and data-driven interfaces.
 * Develop and troubleshoot software in Linux environments, preferably Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
 * Containerize and deploy applications using Docker or Podman.
 * Write unit and integration tests and support formal system testing.
 * Diagnose software, networking, data, and integration issues in laboratory environments.
 * Participate in code reviews, design discussions, Agile planning, and technical meetings.
 * Maintain software documentation and follow configuration-management and secure-coding practices.
 * Identify appropriate uses of approved AI tools to improve software quality and engineering productivity.