About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

The Confidential Client’s Mission Systems team in Huntsville is hiring a Software Engineer II to develop and maintain mission-critical server-side software for command-and-control systems. This is an onsite role requiring an active and transferable U.S. government Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.

• Perform analysis and provide technical support for complex systems software products, including design, development, testing, operational integration, and user support
• Develop and maintain Java/J2EE-based applications (C++ experience is a plus)
• Triage and resolve scrum team issues, prioritizing by impact, risk, and release timing
• Debug, configure, and keep software products current for optimal operational performance
• Interface with other system support groups to set standards and improve overall system efficiency
• Contribute to coding, benchmark testing, documentation, and automated build/test pipelines
• Work independently and in small cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

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What You’ll Learn

• Deepen expertise in Java/J2EE and object-oriented design; additional C++ experience encouraged
• Software engineering best practices: coding standards, automated testing, CI/CD, and configuration management
• System engineering artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams
• Agile and Scrum practices in a mission-critical defense program

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Qualifications You Must Have

• Active and transferable Final Secret U.S. government security clearance required prior to start date
• U.S. citizenship required
• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and minimum 2 years of relevant experience (or an advanced degree)
• Demonstrated experience with agile development and the ability to triage issues by priority, impact, and release timing
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) and ability to work effectively on rapid-paced teams

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Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with enterprise application development on Linux (Windows experience beneficial)
• Familiarity with DevSecOps, build management, and CI/CD pipelines
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Maven, Git/GitHub, Nexus, and Eclipse
• Knowledge of Scrum (The Scrum Guide) and agile practices
• Willingness to take on unanticipated tasking and adapt to changing priorities

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $68,900 - $131,100 USD (good-faith estimate across experience levels)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for new employees
• Generous 401(k) with employer match and separate employer retirement contribution
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life and disability insurance; optional coverages (pet, home/auto, critical illness, ID theft protection)
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility & family planning support
• Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, virtual doctor visits, and more

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Location & Employment Type

• Job location: Huntsville, AL (onsite)
• Employment type: Full-time
• Note: Candidates must be willing to attend select in-person interview steps at local office locations as required by the hiring process.

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Security & Eligibility

• Active and transferable U.S. government Secret clearance required on day one
• Only U.S. citizens are eligible for the required clearance and for this role
• Employment offers contingent on clearance verification and program-specific eligibility checks

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Why Join

Join a team delivering advanced, mission-critical aerospace and defense software. You’ll work on systems that protect national assets and contribute to high-visibility programs while growing your technical and systems engineering skills.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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