Software Engineer; Backend Developer

Overview

Join the Command

IQ® (CIQ) team – a product line established in 2025, focused on developing mission critical Battle Management and Command & Control capabilities. The solution offers an open‑architecture platform with customizable mission apps that integrate seamlessly with users’ tools to create a unified Command

IQ® Common Operating Picture (COP). The project is designed to meet specialized mission requirements for both domestic and international customers.

• Decompose higher‑level roadmap features into actionable work items.
• Design, implement, and integrate/test software features.
• Perform peer reviews and debug issues as they arise.
• Participate in technical discussions to define and solve overarching software architecture needs.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional peers to understand project requirements and customer/stakeholder needs.

• Experience with Rust (or
  
  C), Python, and Java.
• Exposure to backend containerization concepts using Docker.
• Experience with gRPC framework development.
• Knowledge of the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and direct experience within its stages.
• 1+ years of relevant work experience or an advanced degree in Computer Science.
• Active Secret Clearance.

• Experience in Agile Methodologies & Tools.
• Experience working across the full SDLC.
• Experience with container management using Kubernetes/Helm.
• Experience in a Full‑Stack engineering role.
• Experience with Gitlab CI/CD.
• Experience developing following REST guidelines.
• Previous IRAD experience.

This position requires a government security clearance; the applicant must be a US citizen.

Remote Telework:
Part‑time remote schedule combined with on‑site work at a Lockheed Martin facility. Specific weekly schedule to be discussed during hiring.

Work schedule:

4 × 10‑hour days with three days off per week.

Annual base salary range (California, Massachusetts, New York, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington, or Washington DC): $76,500 – $134,895. Salary for other states reflects final work location. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as scope, responsibilities, experience, education, key skills, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.
Washington state applicants receive additional PTO and holiday accruals; other employees accrue based on start date. The position is incentive‑plan eligible.

Lockheed Martin is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.