C/C++ Software Development Engineer II (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-09-18

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RI101: 1847 W Main Rd 1847 W. Main Road Nimitz Building, Portsmouth, RI, 02871 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

We are seeking a skilled Software Development Engineer II with a focus on developing complex systems in C/C++. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating high-performance applications and will be involved in all stages of the software development lifecycle. You will work onsite in Portsmouth, Rhode Island as part of the SeaSparrow Software Development Team. 

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications using C/C++ for complex systems and applications.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and implement new features, ensuring system integration and scalability while utilizing new flows through the software factory.

• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing code for performance and efficiency in complex environments.

• Write and maintain comprehensive documentation for software applications, including system architecture and design specifications.

• Design and develop tooling to deploy software to various lab and customer site environments.

• Develop automation pipelines to streamline the integration of upstream software releases, and automate configuration management.

• Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.

• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in C/C++ technologies, especially in relation to complex systems and continuous delivery.

This position requires exclusive onsite presence.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor’s in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.

• Experience developing complex systems and applications using C/C++ or other object-oriented programming language.

• Experience in a Unix/Linux operating system.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active Secret security clearance.

• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles, particularly in high-concurrency and distributed systems.

• Experience in embedded systems, real-time systems, or large-scale applications.

• Experience with multithreading, memory management, and performance optimization in complex environments.

• Experience with Network Communication Protocols, Shell Scripting (tcsh, csh, bash), software development tools like Git/Clearcase, software debuggers, and using embedded RTOSs (e.g. VxWorks, Integrity).

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Proven experience in developing automation pipelines using industry tools such as Jenkins and Git.

• Experience in scripting languages such as Python or Bash

• Experience in Run-Time Infrastructure (RTI) / High Level Architecture (HLA)

• Familiarity with software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.).

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available

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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to th