SOFTWARE DEVELOPER (C++)

VSolvit•Norco, CA

1d•$100,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

VSolvit is seeking a highly motivated Software Developer (C++) to join our team supporting the development, modernization, and sustainment of mission-critical analysis applications for the U.S. Navy. This position is ideal for a mid-to-senior level software engineer with strong C++ development experience, a passion for solving complex technical challenges, and the ability to contribute throughout the software development lifecycle. The selected candidate will work within a collaborative Agile SAFe environment, partnering with software engineers, systems engineers, testers, and government stakeholders to design, develop, enhance, and maintain desktop-based analytical applications. The role involves modernizing legacy software systems, implementing new capabilities, troubleshooting complex issues, and contributing to the long-term technical direction of the platform. Successful candidates will possess strong object-oriented design skills, experience developing multi-threaded applications, and the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment. Experience working in DoD, government, or other regulated environments is highly desirable. As with any position, additional expectations exist. These include adhering to established work schedules, meeting project deadlines, complying with company policies and procedures, communicating effectively with supervisors and team members, maintaining focus on assigned objectives, and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

5–10 years of professional software development experience
Strong proficiency in C++ with a focus on desktop application development
Experience developing, maintaining, and enhancing desktop applications using C++
Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and software engineering principles
Experience with multi-threading, concurrency, synchronization, and task-based asynchronous programming
Experience designing, developing, testing, and maintaining complex software applications
Experience troubleshooting and resolving software defects in production or operational environments
Working knowledge of Git source control, including branching, merging, code reviews, commits, and pull request workflows
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
U.S. Citizenship required
Active Secret DoD Security Security Clearance required
CompTIA Security+ Certification required
If applicable: If you are or have been recently employed by the U.S. Government, a post-employment ethics letter will be required if employment with VSolvit is offered

Nice To Haves

5 to 7+ years of professional software development experience
Experience with Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum and SAFe
Experience using Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence
Experience developing desktop applications in government, defense, or regulated environments
Experience modernizing legacy software systems and migrating applications to newer architectures
Familiarity with CMake for configuring, building, and managing C++ projects
Experience with modern C++ standards (C++11/14/17/20)
Experience debugging, profiling, and optimizing complex software systems
Familiarity with Python scripting and automation
Experience supporting U.S. Navy or Department of Defense software development efforts
GIS (Geographic Information Systems) experience is a plus
Active Top Secret Clearance is a plus

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Agile Scrum teams to design, develop, test, and maintain desktop-based software applications
Develop high-quality software solutions using C++ and modern software engineering practices
Design and implement scalable, maintainable, and efficient application components
Apply object-oriented design principles, multi-threading, concurrency, synchronization, and asynchronous programming techniques
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and performance issues
Participate in the modernization of legacy applications and implementation of new capabilities
Contribute to software architecture, technical design discussions, and code reviews
Develop and maintain technical documentation, design artifacts, and software test procedures
Work closely with systems engineers, analysts, testers, and government stakeholders to ensure mission requirements are met
Participate in sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and other Agile ceremonies
Support software integration, deployment, and sustainment activities