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# Software Engineer 2

- **Company:** CHIPTON ROSS
- **Location:** Redondo Beach, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Scripting, Git, Atlassian Tools, Bitbucket, Network Server, Devsecops, Atlassian Bamboo
- **Published:** October 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cjhunter.com//jobsearch/showjob.html?resultid=tdKF9c&offset=324&PageSize=ALL&PageTitle=%3Cspan+style%3D%27font-weight%3Abold%27%3ESoftware+Engineer+2+-+%3C%2Fspan%3EChipton-Ross+is+seeking+multiple+Software+Engineer+2%27s+for+a+contract+opportunity+in+Redondo+Beach%2C+CA.%0A%0ABASIC+QUALIFICATIONS+(REQUIRED+SKILLS%2FEXPERIENCE)%3A%0Ao+Bachelor%27s+degree+in+a..&SIDW=eba859a85af4626dbc781a9303387eb2.VUlEPTUwNjIzMjE5

## About the Role

o Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5 - 8 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 3 - 6 years of experience or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 1 - 4 years of experience. An additional 4 years of relevant SW experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
o ability to obtain SCI clearance.
o Advanced Object-Oriented programming skills and proficiency with C++ programming.
o Knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system.
o Demonstrated problem solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.
o This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.
o Candidate must have an active SCI at time of application and prior to start date OR Candidate must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (or equivalent) at time of application and prior to starting, the ability and willingness to obtain and maintain an active SCI prior to start date. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to the candidate's maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future., o DevSecOps Test Automation experience.
o Experience with programming/scripting languages: C. C++. Java, Python, Perl.
o Strong in math and algorithms.
o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with all levels of employees, management, and stakeholders.
o Previous participation on an Agile scrum team or familiarity with the Agile process.
o Familiarity with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, Bamboo).
o Experience developing in a Linux environment using git.
o Active SCI security clearance.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
High school diploma is required.
School must be accredited.

WORK HOURS:
9/80 workweek. This position will serve on-site at Redondo Beach, CA.

ADDITIONAL:
Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.

## Description

Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Software Engineer 2's for a contract opportunity in Redondo Beach, CA., Looking for an Intermediate to Senior Software Engineer to support our Ground Solutions and Mission Support (GSMS) Software (SW) Integrated Project Team (IPT). The SW IPT is a large restricted group executing across both Development and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) contracts and focuses on the development and sustainment of several mission operational SW product lines, as well as the development of new capabilities as coordinated with their restricted SCI Customer. The SW IPT is a large team comprising of multiple subsystems, each with a specialized SW focus. This position is 100% on-site in a Sensitive Compartmented Investigation Facility (SCIF) located in Redondo Beach, CA., o Perform as a C++ SW developer in a fast-paced agile team environment comprised of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) VMs, servers, and workstations.
o Design, code, and unit test new SW capabilities per Mathematical Algorithm Requirements (MARs).
o Identify, troubleshoot, and provide/turnover SW fixes to Discrepancy Reports (DRs).
o Collaborate with SW IPT subject matter experts (SMEs) and senior staff engineers across multiple SW subsystems.