Software Engineer

About the role

As a Software Engineer in Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory's IT & Data Management team, you will design, implement, and test secure, mission-critical software supporting defense and aerospace missions. You'll collaborate with experts across disciplines to build reliable systems, integrate complex data and hardware, and apply modern Agile and DevSecOps practices. APL offers a mission-driven, intellectually curious culture with strong support for research, innovation, and advanced degrees, enabling you to grow while solving high-impact national security challenges. Design, develop, and test secure, mission-critical software for defense and aerospace applications Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in IT and data management to deliver reliable solutions Implement best practices for software engineering, cybersecurity, and configuration management Participate in requirements analysis, architecture design, and code reviews Develop and maintain automated tests, CI/CD pipelines, and documentation Support integration of software with complex hardware and data systems Contribute to research, prototyping, and innovation to address emerging mission needs Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge within cross-functional teams Java or C++ development Python programming Linux/Unix systems Object-oriented design (OOD/OOP) Secure software development practices Version control (Git) RESTful APIs and microservices Relational databases and SQL Agile/Scrum methodologies Unit/integration testing and CI/CD Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Security clearance eligibility (Secret or higher often preferred) CompTIA Security+ or equivalent cybersecurity certification (preferred) Certified Scrum Developer (CSD) or similar Agile certification (preferred)

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