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# C++ Developer

- **Company:** Kforce Inc.
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Clean Code Principles, C (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Android Software Development, Business Logic, Application Testing, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Mobile Application Development, CMake, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Linux, Fault Tolerance, Github, Revision Control Systems, Design of User Interfaces, Python (Programming Language), Qt Modeling Language (QML), Qt (Software), Secure Coding, Selenium, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Subversion, Openapi, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Delivery Pipeline, Gitlab, Git, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Build Tools, Api Design, Cucumber (Software), Code Restructuring, Multiplatform, Software Version Control, Docker
- **Published:** June 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8982083/c-developer

## About the Role

We are seeking a Software Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and testing of applications within a mission-driven environment. This role requires strong cross-platform development experience across Linux/Unix and Android systems, along with the ability to deliver high-quality, secure, and maintainable code.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in Agile environments and support full lifecycle development including design, coding, testing, integration, and maintenance.
Location: San Diego, CA (100% on-site)
Clearance: Active Secret required, Active Secret DoD clearance
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
Experience developing for Linux/Unix and Android environments
Strong coding experience in C++, C, and Python
Experience with Qt and Android application platforms
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Experience with mobile application development
Experience with version control tools such as Git, GitLab, GitHub, or Subversion
Experience with UI/UX frameworks such as Qt/QML or JavaScript-based tools
Familiarity with build tools such as cmake, ninja, make, and gcc
Experience with unit testing frameworks such as gtest, catch2, or similar
Experience with Agile management tools such as JIRA or similar
Experience with automated testing approaches such as TDD, Selenium, Cucumber, or BDD
Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, or similar
Experience with API development methodologies such as OpenAPI

Preferred Experience

Experience developing user interfaces for embedded or mobile systems
Experience optimizing applications for resource-constrained environments
Experience designing scalable and efficient software for performance-sensitive systems

## Description

Analyze, design, develop, and test software applications
Build and maintain applications across Linux/Unix and Android environments
Develop software using C++, C, and Python
Design modular applications with clear separation of concerns (presentation, business logic, persistence)
Integrate software components, APIs, and system interfaces across environments (virtualized, containerized, or hardware systems)
Implement secure coding practices and ensure reliable, fault-tolerant solutions
Support software configuration management, version control, and refactoring efforts
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment workflows
Troubleshoot and resolve defects across the software lifecycle


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