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# SSDS Software Engineer - JobID-0291

- **Company:** Innovative Defense Technologies
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $114,000.0 - $231,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Apache ActiveMQ, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Data Distribution Service, DevOps, Memory Management, Middleware, VMware ESX Servers, Network Interface Controllers, Routing, Network Protocols, Systems Development Life Cycle, Ansible, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Data Streaming, Subversion, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtualization Technology, Performance Testing, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Git, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Apache Kafka, Terraform, C++14, Docker, Jenkins, Artifactory
- **Published:** November 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/ssds-software-engineer-jobid-0291-arlington-va--86d4ecbb-33b7-4786-9c05-6ba7f3fa6833

## About the Role

Software Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Testing, Fire Suppression/Control, C++ Programming Language, Java, Performance Testing, Middleware, TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), * Bachelor''s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or other STEM field (or equivalent full-time professional experience)

 * Minimum 5 years' experience in the design, development, and management of complex software systems for the DoD.
 * Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed
 * Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C++ or Java, with an understanding of memory management and real-time execution constraints.
 * Navy Combat Systems Exposure: Hands-on software development or integration experience supporting tactical Navy programs (such as SSDS, RAM, or CIWS).
 * Tactical Networking: Experience with publish-subscribe middleware like DDS (Data Distribution Service) and standard network protocols.
 * Development Workflow: Proficiency with Git/SVN, Jira, Confluence, and working within structured Software Development Life Cycles (SDLC).

What Makes You Stand Out:

 * DevOps & Containers: Experience with containerization (Docker, Podman), orchestration (Kubernetes, Swarm), and deployment automation (Ansible, Salt, Terraform).
 * CI/CD Tools: Experience with Jenkins, JFrog Artifactory, and GitLab CI pipelines.
 * Infrastructure: Experience with virtualization (VMware ESXi) and configuring basic network topologies (VLANs, routing).
 * Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and configuration management tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).

## Description

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a SSDS Software Engineer to be part of our Advanced Capabilities team and based out of our Arlington, VA location., What You Will Do:

 * Design, implement, and test high-performance tactical software components using modern C++ or Java.
 * Integrate software components with complex Navy tactical combat systems, specifically developing interfaces and middleware wrappers for SSDS, RAM, or CIWS data streams.
 * Build low-latency software interfaces to transport tactical messages across network protocols (TCP/UDP, DDS, ActiveMQ, Kafka).
 * Prototype next-generation automated testing solutions and support integration within IDT labs and on-site Navy land-based test sites (LBTS).
 * Translate complex tactical Navy weapon specifications and ICDs (Interface Control Documents) into functional, automated test scripts and software requirements.