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The Software Systems Engineer will design, develop, and deliver complex state-of-the-art systems across a variety of engineering disciplines for defense department programs. Candidate must be able to collaborate in a dispersed team environment, prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish the project result, prioritize multiple responsibilities and/or accomplishing them simultaneously, and comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions This Engineer will belong to a software engineering team interacting with customers, suppliers, program management, test engineers and Sr. management.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field

Equivalent job experience will be considered in lieu of a degree

Must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance

Experience with Linux, Java, Python, GitLab

Preferred Qualifications:

3+ years with DoD experience

Experience in developing and verifying software requirements and interface specifications.

Experience with support and test of hardware and software.

Working knowledge of: MySQL, Linux KVM, Windows, PowerShell, SCCM

Current Secret or Top-Secret Security Clearance

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richardson,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.

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