Senior Software Engineer

Created Solutions • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

Created Solutions is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain high-reliability software systems supporting advanced defense and aerospace programs. In this role, you will provide technical leadership across the software lifecycle, delivering robust, secure, and scalable solutions for mission-critical applications. You will collaborate closely with systems, electrical, and mechanical engineers to ensure software is tightly integrated with hardware and system-level requirements. The ideal candidate is a disciplined engineer who values clarity, reliability, and thoughtful design—and who thrives in environments where software performance directly impacts mission success.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain at least Collatera l Secret security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 7 years of professional software engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C++, C, Python, or Java.
• Experience developing software for embedded systems, real-time environments, or high-reliability applications.
• Familiarity with Linux-based development environments and modern software development workflows.
• Experience with software testing, debugging, and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work across multiple technical domains.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex software concepts clearly.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting DoD or aerospace programs , including work with agencies such as DARPA, NASA, Army, Navy, Air Force, MDA, FFRDC's, UARC's, and National Labs.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or flight-critical software.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and secure software development standards.
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), simulation, or digital twin environments.
• Background in proposal development, technical writing, or capture support.
• Experience working in Agile or hybrid Agile environments for government programs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software for defense and aerospace systems, including embedded, real-time, and application-level software.
• Translate system and software requirements into well-structured, maintainable code.
• Collaborate with systems and hardware teams to ensure seamless integration across the full system architecture.
• Lead software architecture decisions, design reviews, and technical trade studies.
• Implement and enforce best practices for software quality, testing, documentation, and configuration management.
• Support software integration, verification, validation, and troubleshooting efforts.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks related to performance, reliability, and cybersecurity.
• Contribute technical expertise to proposals, customer briefings, and program reviews.
• Mentor junior software engineers and help establish a culture of engineering excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level