Principal Software Engineer

KBR, Inc.

Washington, DC, US
Base: $200,000-$225,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
10+ years software engineering experience
Air force acquisition program knowledge
C3bm research and development expertise
This role involves providing expert-level technical advice to the Software and Applications Branch Lead Engineer for the Air Force's Advanced Battle Management System

Job Summary

  • This role involves providing expert-level technical advice to the Software and Applications Branch Lead Engineer for the Air Force's Advanced Battle Management System.
  • The position requires deep expertise in Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (C3BM) within a collaborative and innovative defense environment.
  • KBR offers competitive benefits including a 401K plan with company match, comprehensive medical coverage, and opportunities for professional training and career advancement.

Matching Summary

This role involves providing expert-level technical advice to the Software and Applications Branch Lead Engineer for the Air Force's Advanced Battle Management System.

Salary

Base: $200,000-$225,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 401K match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years software engineering experience
  • Air Force acquisition program knowledge
  • C3BM research and development expertise
  • Agile iterative software development
  • Cloud-based IaaS PaaS SaaS solutions
  • DEVSECOPS tools proficiency GitLab Docker
  • Active Secret clearance required

Nice-to-have

  • Top Secret SCI eligibility preferred
  • DAWIA Engineering Technology Management Practitioner
  • Agile Product Owner or Scrum Master
  • Experience evaluating software contract proposals
  • Ability to work independently in fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication with non-technical stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 10+ years of software engineering experience
  • Active Secret clearance (Top Secret/SCI eligible preferred)
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver software meeting operational requirements
  • Proven ability to lead technical staff and manage modernization efforts

Work Rights

Must have Active Secret clearance

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