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Northrop Grumman

Software Engineer – Level 2

Northrop Grumman

Software Engineer developing applications for Northrop Grumman's Command-and-Control team. Involves coding, debugging, and supporting program milestones in a collaborative environment.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeRedondo Beach • California, Colorado, North Carolina, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $87,600 - $137,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in C++ and Python programming within a RedHat Linux environment, while effectively managing the software design lifecycle and utilizing Agile methodologies. Holds an active Top Secret clearance and is prepared to obtain SCI and CI Poly.

Highest-signal resume keywords
C++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingRedHat LinuxAgile MethodologiesTop Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills
Software Design LifecycleCode GenerationDebuggingRefactoringTesting
Tools & Technologies
Atlassian Tool SuiteJiraConfluenceBitBucket
Industry Keywords
Ground SegmentMission SupportSoftware Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
LinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design, develop, document, refactor, test, and debug applications software for a Ground Segment
  • Support the program through maturity and milestones to achieve the mission
  • Generate efficient code according to specifications
  • Adapt to changes driven by bugs or updates

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 2 years of relevant experience with Bachelor's degree; 0 years with Master's degree; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
  • Must have an active Top Secret clearance at the time of application, and the ability and willingness to obtain SCI and CI Poly
  • Experience with C++ and Python
  • Experience with RedHat Linux environment
  • Experience with Software design lifecycle
  • Experience with Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, BitBucket, etc.) and development using Agile methodologies

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Company paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business