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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Defense Software Engineer - **Company:** Roush Enterprises - **Location:** Troy, MI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, CAN Bus, Code Review, Communications Protocols, Databases, Continuous Integration, Distributed Systems, Design of User Interfaces, Hardware Design, Issue Tracking Systems, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Software Architecture, Requirements Management, Simulink, Software Engineering, Software Systems, System Testing, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Technical Data Management Systems, Web Applications, Website Wireframe, Data Processing, Test Scripts, Software Troubleshooting, Information Technology - **Published:** June 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.mitalent.org/job-seeker/job-details/JobCode/391301647 ## About the Role * U.S. Citizen * Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university and minimum of 4 years of related work experience, or, minimum 7 years of related work experience without a degree * Experience with In-Vehicle Software architecture and design * Working knowledge of best practices in documentation of software and software development * Working knowledge of multi-system integration, Internet of Things (IOT), web app development, and distributed systems integration * Working knowledge of best practices in documentation of software and software development * Ability to develop in C, C+, and Python * Working knowledge of communications protocols and standards including Controller Area, Network (CAN bus), TCP/IP, UDP, DDS and other serial protocols * Ability to perform software troubleshooting, quickly finding and fixing software issues and bugs. * Ability to create intuitive, and attractive user interfaces * Superb verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey technical data to various audiences and work in a team environment * Able to work independently and handle several assignments simultaneously * Detail-oriented with the ability to quickly assimilate and apply new concepts, business models, and technologies A successful candidate may also have: * Master's degree in computer science or a related technical field * Strong working knowledge of software technology architecture and configuration * Strong working knowledge of software languages, technologies, methodologies, API's, database, and Pub/Sub * Working knowledge of multi-system integration, Internet of Things (IOT), web app development, and distributed systems integration * Experience with Simulink and MATLAB for developing, analyzing, and validating control algorithms and systems * Capable of planning, estimating, scheduling, and coordinating technical aspects of projects. * Ability to lead a small team of software developers * Automotive vehicle knowledge, including hands on mechanical or electrical work * Proven ability to interface with software, network, and hardware development & integration teams. * Currently holding or the ability to obtain a Secret DOD security clearance ## Description The Defense Senior Software Engineer is accountable for the development of software for both internal Roush projects and external customers. 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