Software EngineerInnovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Software Engineer to be part of our Warfare Systems team and based out of our Arlington, VA or Mount Laurel, NJ location. The Software Engineer will be part of a multi-discipline team focused on the DOW's initiatives in support of tactical capability development for Navy surface and unmanned (UxVs) platforms and will be directly responsible for the architecting and refactoring of mission critical legacy weapons system software into a modern software technology stack where the target end state will ensure the highest impact to the US Navy by enabling a microservices based tactical platform within both a cloud-native and tactical-edge deployment model. Warfare Systems' project domains include real-time automated test and analysis, virtual computing environments, Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML) based data analytics, cybersecurity, as well as backfit and forward-fit tactical solutions. The Engineer will be fiercely accountable for the delivery of well-architected and production-ready solutions that exceed the Fleet's requirements.All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S.
Security Clearance. This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 3 days in office, based out of our Arlington, VA and Mount Laurel, NJ locations.Key ResponsibilitiesWhat You Will Do:Design, implement, and test complex software in C, C++, Python, JavaScript, and Java within various development environments.Analyze legacy monolithic software programs, recompiling them, and incrementally apply refactoring to modernize the software using the "brownfield" and "greenfield" methodologies.Technical assessment and deconstruction of Navy tactical system code for Surface Navy Combat systems.Explore and prototype next-generation solutions using artificial intelligence/machine learning, distributed processing, and modeling.Interact with customers to elicit requirements and document agreements.Present to organization leadership on project cost, schedule, and technical progress.Software architecture development including hardware and software interfaces between software components.Assist in developing user, functional, and technical requirements for tactical systems.Participate and provide feedback for design & code/peer reviews.Integrate individual software components into complex software environments.Support test and integration activities at IDT labs and government Land Based Test Sites (LBTS).Ensure adherence to industry standards pertaining to security, orthodox programming paradigms, and performance requirementsUnderstand and interact with complex DoD software systemsWork with small cross-site teams of software and/or systems engineersCollaborate with team members to peer-review architecture design, system requirements, and implemented codeSkills, Knowledge & ExpertiseWho You Are (Required):Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent full-time professional experience.0-5 years of professional experience.Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, as neededFamiliarity with combat system design and softwareFamiliarity and experience with developing tactical systems software on DOD programs.Familiarity with C, C++, Python, and/or Java programming languagesAdept with developing in Linux OS environments, including shell scripting.Ability to decompose and document requirements and specifications.Understanding of distributed systems, algorithms, data structures and software design patterns, especially the Strangler PatternExperience with Agile software development processesProficiency working within a Git CM environmentComfortable with DevSecOps best practicesAbility to convert vague customer requirements into a refined vision.Ability to identify and describe algorithmic complexity.Ability to work on-site with potential hybrid flexibility.Familiarity with the software development process (requirements through deployment)Ability to design, develop, and analyze software systemsAbility to model/code/test algorithms in C++, Python, JavaAbility to model/code/test GUI applicationsProficiency in at least one modern language (e.g., Python, Java, C++, C#) and/or one modern frontend language (e.g., TypeScript, JavaScript)Understanding of: Windows and Linux file systemsVersion control (Git)APIs (REST/gRPC)Modular code designAbility to review, critique, and harden AI-generated codeFamiliarity with SQL and relational databases (e.g., Postgres)Familiarity with computer networking and various networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, CORBA, DDS)Ability to perform many concurrent assignments and determine the need for changing prioritiesJob BenefitsWhy Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT): IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA.
At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:Generous benefits packageCompetitive PTOPaid holidays401(k) with immediate vesting and matching9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)Tuition Assistance Reimbursement ProgramProfessional Development ResourcesPre-Tax Commuter BenefitsOrganization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect EventsAnnual Employee Recognition AwardsRegular Social Events and Catered LunchesAbout Innovative Defense TechnologiesInnovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems.
These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale. At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions. Apply Now