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# Tactical Data Link Software Engineer

- **Company:** 100 Everfox Holdings, Llc
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $142,600 - $197,100
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Secure Shell (SSH), C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Ubuntu (Operating System), Cloud Computing, Data Link, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Software Debugging, Linux, Information Technology Operations, Internet Protocol, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Python (Programming Language), Link 16, Linux System Administration, Virtual Desktops, Routing, Citrix Systems, Open Source Technology, Scrum Methodology, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Software Engineering, VMware Horizon View, Scripting, Transport Layer Security, Claude Code, AI Coding Agents, Git, Information Technology, Build Tools, Google Gemini, Software Version Control, Fedora, Golang, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/senior-tactical-data-link-software-engineer-100-everfox-holdings-llc-10486247

## About the Role

* Direct experience with Link16, JREAP-C, TADIL-J, USMTF, VMF and related standards and protocols.

 * BS Computer Science, Computer Engineer, Information Security or equivalent

 * 12+ years experience in software engineering, system engineering or related disciplines

 * Experience with software development in Linux environments using a variety of programming and scripting languages including Java, Python, Go, C/C++, and/or bash

 * Hands-on experience implementing TCP/IP networking & related protocols (such as HTTP, SSH, IPSEC, TLS/SSL, etc)

 * Robust understanding of private and public keys and or certificates

 * Experience with version control technologies such as Git

 * Red Hat Enterprise, Fedora or Ubuntu Linux operating systems
 * Ability to obtain US Government Security Clearance if needed

Nice to Have:

 * Experience with security design and architecture of Cross Domain solutions (CDS)

 * Experience with AI coding tools such as Claude Code, Codex, Gemini or OpenCode

 * Agile or Scrum development experience

 * Experience with deploying cloud technologies such as MS Azure or AWS

 * Development experience in a distributed, parallel or clustered processing environment

 * Experience with virtual desktop redisplay technologies such as RDP, Citrix Receiver or VMware Horizon View

## Description

Everfox is seeking a Senior Tactical Data Link Software Engineer with hands-on experience developing and supporting secure software solutions within U.S. Government and military environments. The ideal candidate will have direct experience with military messaging and tactical data-link standards such as Link 16, JREAP-C, TADIL-J, USMTF and VMF, combined with strong Linux software development and networking expertise. The position will be responsible for developing & testing new product capabilities, software development/build tools, software test infrastructure & operational support for cross-domain products. You will work in a cohesive team environment, willing to grow & learn using many software development & operational tools to test, debug & support software for secure Linux desktop environments, IT operations/enterprise management, IP networking/routing and remote/virtual desktop deployments. Utilize your expertise in legacy U.S. Government messaging systems to guide the
requirement definition, design and implementation of secure message gateways., * Demonstrate competency working hands-on in Linux based environments.

 * Develop new features and extensions to existing products using a variety of languages including Rust, C, C++, Java, and proprietary languages.

 * Self-starter utilizing your Linux and scripting expertise to integrate new features and extensions into complex products.

 * Leverage standard networking concepts to support the design and implementation of Cross Domain capabilities.

 * Develop data inspection policies using proprietary and open-source programming languages.

 * Provide technical briefings to customers and Everfox leadership as required.