Senior Software Engineer

CGI•Huntsville, MD

13d•Onsite

About The Position

CGI Federal is seeking a Senior Software Engineer responsible for designing, developing, testing, and installing advanced software solutions that support a Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) program for the US Army. This role builds innovative, high quality, and fully performing software in compliance with DoD coding standards, security requirements, and technical designs. The Senior Software Engineer develops and modifies software applications, supports software integrations, participates in formal test reviews, and plays a key role in certifying mission critical software components. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in complex defense environments and excels at delivering robust, secure, and maintainable software capabilities. This position is located in Huntsville, AL.

Requirements

BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, or related field
10+ years of experience as a software engineer in a Defense environment
Experience designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software for complex systems
Hands on experience with software programming languages, frameworks, and development tools
Strong proficiency in software development languages (e.g., C++, Java, Python, C#, etc.)
Experience with secure coding practices and Defense software standards
Familiarity with software testing, debugging, and verification methodologies
Experience supporting software installations, system integrations, and operational deployments
Strong analytical and problem solving abilities
Ability to work effectively across engineering, testing, and cybersecurity teams
Excellent communication skills for contributing to reviews and producing technical documentation
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced development environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with embedded systems, real time applications, or tactical communications software
Familiarity with model based engineering or DevSecOps environments
Experience using version control systems (Git, SVN), CI/CD pipelines, or automated testing tools
DoD 8570/8140 cybersecurity certification (Security+, CEH, etc.)
Software engineering certifications or vendor specific credentials
Agile/Scrum certification
Experience supporting code reviews, architecture discussions, or modernization efforts
Ability to design modular, scalable, and maintainable software architectures
Knowledge of scripting or automation tools supporting software operations

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement software applications supporting modernization requirements
Modify, enhance, and debug software based on technical designs and evolving system needs
Develop high quality code that meets Defense coding standards, cybersecurity requirements, and best practices
Support installation and configuration of software applications and operating systems
Assist in software deployment, integration, and troubleshooting during system fielding and testing
Collaborate with system administrators and IT personnel to ensure seamless software operation
Participate in test reviews, test planning, and integration events
Support witnessing and verification of software tests
Contribute to software certification processes and documentation packages
Identify, analyze, and resolve complex software issues
Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective actions
Assist in evaluating system behavior to improve performance and stability
Work with systems engineers, hardware engineers, cybersecurity teams, and testers
Interpret technical requirements and translate them into actionable software tasks
Provide technical expertise for design reviews, code reviews, and program discussions
Maintain accurate documentation of software changes, designs, and test results
Ensure compliance with Defense standards, software engineering practices, and quality assurance processes
Contribute to user guides, release notes, and technical documentation as needed