Mid-Level Software Engineer

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Software Engineer with strong experience in C++ and a solid foundation in Linux-based development environments. The ideal candidate will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of software systems in a predominantly Linux environment, while working within modern DevOps workflows. Familiarity with containerization and CI/CD practices is highly desirable, along with a willingness to learn and adapt.

Requirements

US Citizenship.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
5-8 years of experience in software development.
Self-Starter with the ability to take initiative and work independently without close supervision.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt quickly to new technologies.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with both end users and technical teams.
Must have an Active U.S. Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

General familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker.
Experience with or exposure to rootless Podman environments.
Experience with GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with Meson build system (preferred).
Basic understanding of build systems such as CMake or Make (for maintenance of legacy systems).
General understanding of scripting languages (e.g., Bash or similar).
Experience with automation, build tooling, or DevOps practices in Linux environments.
Exposure to additional programming languages (e.g., Java, Fortran, Python, or others) is beneficial for supporting or interfacing with surrounding systems.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications primarily in C++.
Work extensively in Linux-based development and deployment environments.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, maintainable software solutions.
Participate in code reviews and follow engineering best practices.
Support and enhance GitLab CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, testing, and deployments.
Work with containerization technologies, with emphasis on rootless container workflows (e.g., Podman) for secure and reproducible environments.
Debug, profile, and optimize applications for performance, stability, and reliability.