Software Engineer

Aquila Technology is seeking a Software Engineer to join its team in support of one of the nation’s premier defense research organizations. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in computer networking, Linux systems, and software development to support the design, development, and operation of advanced network emulation testbeds. This role involves testing end-to-end software and hardware performance in challenging environments, troubleshooting technical issues, implementing solutions, and analyzing system behavior. The engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, support experimental testing, and assist in preparing technical reports for government officials and senior stakeholders. This position requires full-time onsite presence and may involve occasional travel.

Clearance Level: Must have an Active Secret Clearance to be considered - US Citizenship is a requirement to apply, Currently holds a Secret Clearance (OR a higher clearance) 5 years Data Analysis 5 years Experience working in a classified environment 10 years Linux command line 2 years Networking Skills (Wireshark, TCP dump, SS) 2 years Network protocol experience (TCP/IP) 5 years Troubleshooting skills 5 years Software development languages (python, golang, or C++)

Nice to Have: 10 years Network emulation especially CORE 10 years Software architecture / d…