Software Developer / Engineer

TEKsystems • Niceville, FL

3d • $58 - $77 • Onsite

About The Position

TEKsystems is seeking a highly experienced Software Engineer to support the development of advanced defense technologies related to guidance, navigation, control systems, aircraft, and munitions. This is a hands-on engineering role within a fast-paced, collaborative environment where engineers contribute directly to critical national security initiatives while working across multiple programs.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance
• 10-15 years of software engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in C++
• Strong proficiency in C#
• Strong proficiency in Python
• Strong proficiency in Java
• Experience with Linux operating systems
• Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
• Experience with VxWorks
• Background supporting defense-related software development
• Experience with weapons systems, munitions, navigation, GPS, or similar technologies
• Ability to thrive in a lean, fast-moving engineering environment
• Willingness to work onsite Monday through Friday

Nice To Haves

• Experience with weapons systems or direct munition technologies
• Thin-client architecture experience
• Background in agile organizations focused on rapid prototyping
• Previous experience supporting complex real-time systems and mission-critical applications
• Technical leadership or team lead experience

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software solutions using C++, C#, Python, and Java
• Support multiple concurrent engineering efforts and development projects
• Design, build, and test real-time software systems
• Participate in rapid prototyping and fast-paced development cycles
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support system integration
• Utilize Azure DevOps for CI/CD, software delivery, and project tracking
• Balance technical leadership responsibilities with hands-on development work
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and improve mission-critical software applications
• Contribute to innovative solutions supporting guidance, navigation, and control technologies

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed