Entry Level Software Engineer
The Entry Level Software Engineer will develop cutting-edge command and control and autonomy software for uncrewed platforms, working within an Agile team to deliver flight-critical software to DoD customers. Responsibilities include software design, testing, configuration management, and collaboration, with a focus on safety practices and incremental delivery of capabilities in an on-site role based in Huntsville, AL.
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Overview
Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is seeking an Entry Level Software Engineer to join an engineering team building command-and-control (C2) and autonomy software for uncrewed platforms (air, surface, and subsurface). This is an early-career, in-office role based in Triana, AL. The role supports development of a web-based user interface and backend services used to task and operate uncrewed systems.
Responsibilities
- Work on an Agile development team delivering incremental value to DoD customers.
- Follow established software safety and engineering practices for flight-critical systems, including architecture reviews and documentation updates.
- Design and implement software using object-oriented best practices.
- Write automated unit and integration tests and support continuous testing.
- Follow configuration management processes for code maintenance, branching, merging, and releases.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teammates to develop system capabilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science (or advanced) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline (ABET preferred).
- 0–3 years of professional software development experience.
- Strong teamwork, curiosity, and learning orientation.
- Demonstrated ability to design software using object-oriented principles.
- Experience creating automated unit and integration tests.
- Familiarity with configuration management practices and Git.
- Able to work in-office in Triana, AL (local relocation as needed).
- Willingness to travel CONUS <10%.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
Preferred Experience & Technical Skills
- Experience with C# / .NET, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
- Experience with React.js and front-end web development.
- Familiarity with Docker, containerization, and microservices architecture.
- Experience with Linux-based development environments.
- Comfortable with Agile processes (experience with XP is a plus).
- Prior exposure to working on autonomy, robotics, or UxS (drones, RC vehicles) is a plus.
Physical Demands & Work Schedule
- Regularly required to communicate verbally and hear; frequent standing, walking, handling, and reaching.
- Occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- May lift/move up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Normal hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; additional hours may be required.
About the Confidential Client
Confidential Client is a technically diverse, team-member-oriented organization supporting defense and government customers with engineering, integration, and lifecycle services across C5ISR, avionics, UAS integration, cybersecurity, simulation, and more. The role offers early-career growth, professional development, and competitive benefits.
Perks and benefits (examples):
- Long-term financial and professional development opportunities
- Health insurance and wellness programs
- 401(k) match
- Generous PTO and tuition/certification reimbursement
- Community engagement and volunteering programs
Keywords & Role Fit (for candidates)
Primary focus: Entry Level Software Engineer — full-time, in-office Triana, AL; early-career role building autonomy/C2 and web-based interfaces. Strong candidates will have object-oriented development skills, test automation experience, and familiarity with C#/.NET, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Docker, and Git.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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