Senior Software Engineer

At LinQuest, you'll work alongside a talented team of developers who share your passion. You'll have the opportunity to work on projects that push the boundaries of technology and interact with customers to understand their needs.
We foster continuous learning, training, and professional growth for every engineer. Your skills will remain sharp, and you'll stay aligned with industry trends.
In this role, you'll have the chance to create solutions using technologies like Modern C++, Python, and Rust. You will help lead a highly impactful software project, backed by a team of highly talented developers. Your skills will be refined through collaborative code reviews and robust DevOps processes.

You'll be at the forefront of addressing challenging technical issues, working closely with a multi-vendor team to find the best architectural solutions. At the end of the day, you'll take pride in knowing that you've contributed your best work to create products capable of withstanding demanding operational conditions.

WE BELIEVE YOU'RE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:

• Enjoy tackling complex problems with creative thinking.
• Balance confidence with open-mindedness.
• Collaborate effectively with your team.
• See your projects through from inception to completion.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Modern C++ (20+).
• Software engineering/architectural design.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
• Experience leading your own software development project.
• U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret  clearance.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• MBSE experience (Cameo, MagicGrid)
• Python and/or Rust
• DevOps (GitLab CI/CD a plus)
• cross-platform development with Linux and Windows
• cross-platform shell scripting (bash, PowerShell)
• Containerization (Docker, Podman)

Why LinQuest?

20 years of excellence from concept to capability.

LinQuest is a national security space leader that enables defense and intelligence missions through advanced digital solutions and the development, integration, and operation of mission control systems. As a recognized thought leader in Digital Engineering and Digital Transformation, LinQuest delivers the technical capability, innovation, agility, and operational expertise to accelerate our Nation’s competitive advantage in space. From concept to capability, LinQuest architects integrate end-to-end solutions, enabling Digital Dominance for a Digital Space Force.

Benefits: LinQuest offers comprehensive and competitive benefit offerings to our team members to include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, company paid life insurance, and more!  For additional information please visit:https://www.linquest.com/careers/our-benefits