Software Engineer

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT)

Software Engineer designing and delivering software solutions for complex DOD systems at Innovative Defense Technologies. Collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.

Posted 7/27/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $184,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software design, integration, and troubleshooting across multiple programming languages, with a strong focus on containerization and cloud computing. Proficient in adhering to security and performance standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software solutions.

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C++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingDocker ContainerizationJenkins Pipeline ManagementSQL Database Management

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Hard Skills

C++PythonJavaJavaScriptSQLReactLinux Command-LineScripting (Groovy, Bash, PowerShell)Machine LearningBig Data Solutions

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAnalytical AbilitiesCommunicationOwnershipInitiative

Tools & Technologies

JenkinsKubernetesVMwareAPIsHadoop

Industry Keywords

DevSecOpsCloud ComputingNetworking ProtocolsDoD StandardsSoftware Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CassandraCloudCyber SecurityDNSDockerGroovyHadoopJavaJavaScriptJenkinsKafkaKubernetesLinuxPostgresPythonReactSparkSQLTCP/IPVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, integrate, troubleshoot, test, deliver and update software code in various languages, documenting associated architectures, processes, procedures and techniques to operate and sustain end items.
Work closely with cross-functional teams of software, systems, integration, information, production and test engineers and subject matter experts to understand requirements, workflows, and develop front-and-back end features and architecture.
Adhere to government and industry security, reliability, and performance standards; apply orthodox programming paradigms; interpret and apply DoD and industry standards; and participate in peer reviews, configuration, design, and performance reviews.
Apply common tools, approaches and best engineering practices including; building, maintaining, and troubleshooting Jenkins pipelines for software deployment; integrating third-party and externally developed software into a container runtime environment; configuring, adapting, and validating software components to operate correctly within a Kubernetes environment; integrating with internal systems and third-party applications; and assisting with containerization, configuration management, and customization of vendor or open-source software.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in applicable discipline such as software engineering, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, data science, cyber security, mathematics, or aeronautical engineering (or equivalent full-time experience).
3+ year’s experience with one or more of the following:
Git or similar version control systems
Program languages such as C++, Python, Java or JavaScript
Container concepts (Docker/OCI/Podman images, containers, registries)
SQL and relational databases (e.g., Postgres)
Linux-based systems command-line usage and file/system permissions
React or similar modern frontend frameworks
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed
1+ year experience with front-end development
1+ year experience with one or more of the following:
Visualization and human interface development
Use DEVSECOPS to streamline software testing and platform deployment
Software system remote monitoring, maintenance and upgrade
1+ year experience with one or more of the following:
Cloud computing, virtualization (VMWare), and containerization.
Networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS)
Working with APIs or third-party services
Scripting for automation (Groovy, Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Big data solutions (e.g. Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, Cassandra)
Machine learning and/or artificial intelligence
Desire to stay current with industry trends and best practices. Openness to new tools and concepts, showing initiative, innovation and creativity
Ability to communicate, report and document progress and issues
Problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguous situations
Strong analytical abilities, sense of ownership, urgency and drive

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous benefits package
Competitive PTO
Paid holidays
401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
Professional Development Resources
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
Annual Employee Recognition Awards
Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches