Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer — C++ / Python

Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque, NM | Full-Time | On-Site | Immediate Start
Active DoD Secret Clearance Required | U.S. Citizenship Required | Competitive Salary

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to support the U.S. Air Force Distributed Mission Operations Center (DMOC) at Kirtland AFB.

You’ll design, develop, test, troubleshoot, and maintain mission-critical software and backend services while supporting web applications, automation, CI/CD, and secure software development in a DoD environment.

About the company

Since its founding in 1986, MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc. has been a reliable provider of quality services in the information and technology fields. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, certified by the Small Business Administration as a Small Disadvantaged Business, the company was founded to offer efficient, cost-effective information technology services to commercial and government clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance software using C++ and Python.
• Support applications in Linux and Windows environments.
• Develop backend services, web applications, and SQL database functionality.
• Build automation using Bash and maintain Git/GitLab repositories.
• Develop and support GitLab CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
• Troubleshoot software issues and implement improvements.
• Support software deployment, configuration, and technical documentation.
• Ensure development activities comply with applicable DoD security requirements.

Required Skills

• C++ and Python
• Linux and Windows
• Git / GitLab
• SQL
• Bash scripting
• CI/CD / GitLab YAML
• Automated testing
• Desired: Django, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, web application development.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance — required
• U.S. Citizenship — required
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Data Science, or related field; equivalent qualifying certifications may be considered.
• Relevant experience:
  • Bachelor’s: 9+ years
  • Master’s: 7+ years
  • PhD: 4+ years
• DoD 8570 IAT-II certification (CompTIA Security+ or higher) required within 60 days of hire.

U.S. Citizens only. No visa sponsorship available.

If you're a cleared senior software engineer with strong C++ and Python experience and want to contribute to an important Air Force mission, apply today.

MILVETS offers an excellent benefits package including Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off. 

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Applicants for U.S. based positions with MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc. must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. MILVETS Systems Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.

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