Senior Software Engineer
About The Position
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for its GCCS-J program in Newport News, Virginia. GCCS-J is the Department of Defense’s Joint Command and Control system of record, delivering a fused, real-time battlespace picture to commanders and warfighters. Its modernization focuses on cloud-native architecture, microservices, enhanced data integration, improved user experience, and alignment with JADC2 objectives. The Senior Software Engineer leads the design, development, integration, and optimization of data-driven software capabilities supporting GCCS-J modernization. The role provides technical leadership across the full software lifecycle and ensures scalable architectures, robust data workflows, and mission-aligned software solutions that enhance operational decision-making. A Secret clearance is required at the start. Travel is required approximately 10% of the time; relocation assistance is not available.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience, an associate degree and 10 years of experience, or a high school diploma/equivalent and 12 years of experience; the stated experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
- Strong experience with Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and object-oriented design.
- Proficiency with REST services and event or messaging platforms such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, GraphQL, or SSEs.
- Experience with SQL and key/object databases.
- Proficiency with JavaScript frameworks such as Vue.js or Angular.
- Experience designing and implementing software architectures.
- Experience with Linux/UNIX and containerized deployments.
- Secret clearance.
- U.S. citizenship is required for positions requiring a government clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Spring Boot, Node.js, NPM, and modern IDEs.
- Experience writing Ansible plays and playbooks.
- Experience with Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, and automated testing tools.
- Familiarity with UX best practices and UI frameworks.
- Experience with Docker, OCI development, Kubernetes, Helm, and GitOps.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies, C2 systems, STIGs, and static analysis tools.
- Knowledge of networking, performance testing, debugging, and Atlassian tools.
- Background in military intelligence or strategic planning.
- Knowledge of DoD policies and mission environments.
- TS/SCI clearance.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, integration, and optimization of data-driven software capabilities for GCCS-J modernization.
- Provide technical leadership across the full software lifecycle.
- Ensure scalable software architectures and robust data workflows.
- Deliver mission-aligned software solutions that enhance operational decision-making.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company-paid holidays
- Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business
- Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
