Software Engineer

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT)

Software Engineer developing modern military software solutions for defense technology company. Collaborating on tactical systems for Navy platforms and analyzing legacy systems into modern stacks.

Posted 7/27/2026full-timeArlington • New Jersey, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $74,000 - $184,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development, including proficiency in multiple programming languages and frameworks, as well as a strong understanding of software design patterns and the Software Development Life Cycle. Capable of managing project scope, integrating complex software components, and ensuring quality deliverables that meet stakeholder requirements.

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Software Development Life CycleObject-Oriented ProgrammingSoftware Testing and Configuration ManagementAPI Design and DevelopmentCross-Functional Team Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Data StructuresAlgorithmsSoftware Design PatternsModern Programming LanguagesTest AutomationRelational DatabasesNon-Relational DatabasesContainerized Deployment TechnologiesNetwork ProtocolsApplication Security Controls

Soft Skills

Analytical AbilitiesOwnershipUrgencyCreativityTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

Version Control SoftwareAI Development ToolsCloud TechnologiesVirtualization TechnologiesMessaging Frameworks

Industry Keywords

Software EngineeringCybersecurityAI EngineeringData Pipeline EngineeringCloud Engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsGRPCJavaJavaScriptLinuxPostgresPythonShell ScriptingSQLTCP/IPTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage formal and informal requirements to define, validate and control scope to complete all the deliverables within a project successfully
Support conversion of customer requirements into a refined vision
Support development of user, functional, and technical requirements for software systems
Design and implement solutions that meet specific requirements using state-of-the-art data structures, algorithms, patterns, and tools
Explore and prototype next-generation solutions
Design, implement, and test software using multiple languages and technology stacks
Develop software interfaces to communicate across various network protocols and messaging frameworks
Integrate software components into complex software environments
Maintains a focus on quality that produces deliverables that meet objectives and align needs, uses, and acceptance requirements set forth by relevant stakeholders
Participate in and provide feedback in design and code reviews
Develop software using secure coding practices
Support test and integration activities in IDT labs, as well as on-site customer labs
Assess, plan, identify, analyze, mitigate and control risks and opportunities
Support preparation, tracking, and delivery of contractual deliverables

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent full-time professional experience
3-5+ years of relevant experience.
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed.
Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle.
Understanding of object-oriented programming.
Understanding of distributed systems, algorithms, data structures and software design patterns
Ability to identify and describe algorithmic complexity
Ability to convert customer requirements into a refined vision
Experience with software testing and configuration management
Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.
Solid analytical abilities, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
Excellence in oral, written, and technical communication with peers and non-technical cohorts
Initiative, creativity, reliability, teamwork
Experience as an AI Engineer (preferred)
Experience as a Generative AI Engineer (preferred)
Experience as a Data Pipeline Engineer (preferred)
Experience as a Platform Engineer (preferred)
Experience as a Cloud Engineer or Architect (preferred)
Experience as a Software Security or Cloud Security Engineer (preferred)
Experience developing software with one or more modern programming languages/frameworks (preferred)
Experience integrating and testing complex software applications (preferred)
Experience with testing software and test automation (preferred)
Experience with relational databases and/or non-relational databases (preferred)
Experience with containerized deployment technologies (preferred)
Experience designing and developing APIs (preferred)
Experience with various network/messaging protocols (preferred)
Experience with designing, developing, and maintaining application security controls (preferred)
Experience working with version control software (preferred)
Experience developing web user interfaces with modern libraries/frameworks (preferred)
Experience using AI to accelerate software development activities and delivery to customers (preferred)
Understanding of basic network concepts (preferred)
Understanding of basic virtualization concepts (preferred)

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