Principle Software Engineer

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Principal Software Engineer in the United States.

In this role, you will lead the design, development, and integration of advanced software solutions in a high-tech engineering environment. You will work on complex systems combining software-defined radios, cybersecurity, and advanced sensing technologies, contributing to innovative R&D initiatives. The position involves full-stack and cloud development, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and support for both internal and external customers. You will mentor junior developers, lead technical projects, and drive solutions from concept through deployment. This is an opportunity to tackle cutting-edge challenges, leverage emerging technologies, and make a significant impact on mission-critical applications in defense and national security contexts.

• Accountabilities
• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of software developers.
• Develop and maintain software across multiple languages, adapting quickly to new technologies.
• Take ownership of the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept to troubleshooting deployed systems.
• Contribute to research and prototyping in software-defined radios (SDRs), spectrum operations, and electronic warfare.
• Support development of technical solutions covering the full product management lifecycle.
• Investigate and evaluate emerging technologies including AI/ML, quantum sensing, and autonomous systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including RF, mechanical, electrical, software, and cybersecurity experts.
• Participate in laboratory experiments and field tests to validate concepts and assess system performance.
• Prepare technical documentation and assist in proposal development and customer engagements.
• Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (Master’s preferred) or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of software development experience in complex engineering environments.
• Proficient in Python, C#, Rust, Windows and Linux environments, and full development lifecycle tools.
• Strong foundational knowledge of networking, system troubleshooting, and modern operating systems.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with cloud development, databases, and query languages.
• Expertise in one or more of the following: RF systems, electronic warfare, cybersecurity, machine learning/AI applied to RF/cyber, SDRs, or signal processing.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in guiding teams and complex R&D efforts.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance.
• Benefits
• Competitive annual salary: $180,000 – $200,000.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Retirement plan eligibility.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Hybrid work model with flexible home-office arrangements.
• Opportunity to work on advanced technologies in defense and cybersecurity.
• Collaborative, high-performing teams and professional development opportunities.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.

🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.

📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.

🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the three candidates with the highest match to the role.

🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.