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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Development I&T Engineer - Level 3/4 - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Redondo Beach, CA, United States - **Salary:** $114,000.0 - $171,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Apache ActiveMQ, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Software Applications, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Databases, Linux, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Node.Js, NoSQL, Message Oriented Middleware, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, Subsystems, Systems Integration, Scripting, Google Cloud, Delivery Pipeline, Software Application Programming, Containerization, Atlassian Tools, Bitbucket, Graphql, Restful APIs, Devsecops, Docker, Golang, Microservices - **Published:** June 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8986581/software-development-it-engineer-level-34 ## About the Role In this role, you will have experience in software engineering and development across the full software life cycle and experience working with DevSecOps processes and cloud platforms. You will design, develop, document, integrate, test, deploy, and maintain applications software for Ground Segment Functions for the iC2 system, supporting the program through maturity and milestones to achieve the mission. You will have strong verbal and written communication skills and will be expected to operate independently with little oversight in a dynamic environment. You will be highly self-motivated, reporting information to leads and the customer. You will be expected to handle diverse assignments with efficiency, finding unique solutions and working in a very collaborative and fast-paced environment that continues to grow., * Software Developer - Level 3: Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of software development experience; Master's degree with 3+ years of stated experience; Ph.D. with 1+ year of stated experience; an additional 4 years of stated experience may be considered in lieu of degree * Software Developer - Level 4: Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of software development experience; Master's degree with 6+ years of stated experience; Ph.D. with 4+ year of stated experience; an additional 4 years of stated experience may be considered in lieu of degree * Candidate must have the ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance and SCI clearance within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. 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. * Extensive experience developing applications on Linux/Unix operating systems * Demonstrated expertise in one or more server-side languages, including Python, C++, Node.js, Go; with a track record of developing scalable backend solutions * Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs, GraphQL APIs, or gRPC services * Familiarity with asynchronous messaging systems (e.g., NATS, ActiveMQ, etc.) * Solid background with SQL or NoSQL database systems to build and maintain data-driven applications * Proficient in Agile principles, and the effective use of Atlassian tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket * Strong background in system integration and testing for large, distributed software systems * Strong knowledge of integration best practices, focusing on subsystem interfaces, APIs, and complex workflows Preferred Qualifications: * Proficiency in C++ and Java and at least one scripting language, IE Python, MATLAB, Shell * Proficient in reading requirements and interface documents to generate repeatable automated tests * Experience integrating and testing software in environments where development, testing, and deployment are done iteratively * Familiarity with testing frameworks/tools for distributed systems and microservices testing * Experience working with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes, as well as familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) * Ability to design scalable database schemas and write optimized queries * Competence in reading and interpreting CAMEO/MBSE models * Previous experience developing Command and Control software for Satellite Ground Systems * Experience working within a DevOps pipeline * Active TS/SCI clearance ## Description * Implement applications software using server-side program languages in Python, C++, Node.js, and Go in a Linux/Unix environment. * Design, develop, and govern high-performance services (REST, GraphQL, gRPC) and enterprise-level asynchronous messaging (NATS, ActiveMQ) for satellite ground software solutions. * Utilize Atlassian tool suite, including Jira dashboards, Confluence knowledge bases, eazyBI reports, custom JQL queries. * Execute program tasking and software development using Agile methodologies, cloud platforms, SQL or NoSQL database systems, scalable database schemas and optimized queries. * Coordinate cross-functional collaboration, enabling timely development and deployment of satellite ground software solutions. * Own development and execution of features for satellite ground systems domain, with familiarity in reading CAMEO/MBSE models. * Coordinate and execute integration and testing activities to ensure software components function cohesively within the system. * Work closely with other teams to integrate software features as they are completed, identifying and resolving issues proactively. ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)