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Principal Software Engineer - Tools

Northrop Grumman

$100,300 - $150,500
Sep 26, 2025
Colorado Springs, CO, USA
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The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program requires a Principal Software Engineer to deliver essential backend software support for a complex system of applications, directly affecting the program's performance, efficiency, and ability to meet its goals.

Requirements

  • Python development skills
  • MATLAB proficiency
  • Automation experience
  • Familiarity with Bash/Unix scripting
  • Knowledge of Java or Java Spring for maintaining existing applications and frameworks
  • Exposure to Agile workflows and related tools such as Jira and Confluence
  • Competence in using team collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and Mattermost

Responsibilities

  • Designing, implementing, and developing features for Forge, a new backend system built from the ground up
  • Assisting with the upkeep and streamlining efforts of in-house CI/CD pipelines that are critical for expanded integration testing
  • Managing GitLab merge requests and addressing bugs or issues reported by teams relying on tools provided by the Tools Team
  • Addressing high-priority issues (PRs) that could impact program operations or deliverables
  • Offering technical support to other teams, ensuring reliable operation of developed tools and systems
  • Building, maintaining, and augmenting frameworks or backend systems
  • Working with automation and CI/CD pipelines

Other

  • Ability and willingness to travel up-to 10% to support business needs
  • Must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application
  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years or experience, or a PhD and 1 year of experience; or 9 years of related work experience in lieu of degree may be considered
  • Strong communicator, capable of frequent interaction with internal and external customers
  • Collaborative mindset with a team-oriented perspective