Senior Software Engineering Lead

By Light Professional IT Services LLC • University, FL

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About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineering Lead to drive internal research and development for next-generation military live training systems, with a focus on embedded instrumentation, simulation platforms, and intelligent data-driven capabilities. This role is designed for a highly technical leader with a proven track record of delivering mission-critical defense software, integrating embedded systems with enterprise-scale architectures, and leading teams through modernization and innovation initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or related field
• Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred)
• 10–15+ years in defense or mission-critical software engineering
• Strong OOP expertise (C++, Java, Python)
• Embedded systems experience (RTOS, drivers, integration)
• Experience with MIL-STD-1553 and OMS
• Cloud-native and DevSecOps experience
• Experience modernizing legacy systems

Nice To Haves

• Experience with DoD training systems
• AI/ML and data engineering experience
• Distributed simulation environments

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end architecture of embedded, simulation, and cloud-native systems
• Enforce object-oriented design patterns and modular architectures
• Drive API-first and microservices-based architectures
• Modernize legacy systems into scalable platforms
• Develop software for embedded platforms and small board computers
• Integrate MIL-STD-1553 and OMS interfaces
• Lead hardware/software co-design and debugging
• Optimize real-time performance and reliability
• Develop live training and simulation software systems
• Enable real-time data processing and instrumentation pipelines
• Support AAR systems and analytics
• Integrate AI/ML models and predictive analytics
• Develop ETL pipelines and data architectures
• Implement CI/CD, DevSecOps, and IaC practices
• Deploy systems using AWS/Azure, Docker, Kubernetes
• Lead and mentor engineering teams
• Drive Agile/SAFe execution

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Matching
• Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Education & Training
• Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, Military Leave, Bereavement and Jury Duty)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees