Description SAIC is seeking a motivated and ambitious
Software Engineer to join the Software, Simulation, Systems Engineering and Integration Directorate (S3I) Joint Technology Center - Systems Integration Lab (JSIL) Technology and Certification Center in
Huntsville, AL . This position conducts, analyzes and collaborates with subject matter experts in the planning, design, development, and utilization of software.
Job Duties: - Performs hands-on software system development from lab to field application.
- Determines computing system requirements.
- Analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls.
- Prepares operating instructions.
- Designs and develops autonomous services, desktop applications, scripts, and utility programs. End product is special use and customized software.
Qualifications Required Education and Experience: - Bachelors and 5 years of relevant experience; Masters degree and 3 years of relevant experience; 4 years of additional experience in lieu of a degree.
Required Security Clearance: - Must have an Active Secret Clearance (US Citizenship required).
Required Skills: - Proficiency in one or more of the following programming languages: C or Java.
- Experience with system integration, message handling, and data exchange protocols.
- Familiarity with API inputs and outputs.
- Understanding of markup languages (e.g., XML, YAML, HTML).
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, version control, and agile methodologies.
- Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
- Familiarity with Windows and Linux OS.
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and projects and to work independently.
Desired Skills: - Proficiency in one or more of the following scripting languages: Bash, Python, or PowerShell.
- Effective written and oral communication skills are also required to work with all levels of staff and managers.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), microservices, or cloud-based architectures.
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site. REQNUMBER:
SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability