Software Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Software Engineer will design, develop, test, and deploy high-reliability, mission‑critical software for our satellite and ground systems
• Take full ownership of the software lifecycle, from initial requirements and architecture to implementation, testing, and operational support
• Embrace and champion strong object‑oriented (OO) design principles
• Develop and test prototypes to validate new design concepts and architectural decisions
• Develop and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines for automated build, package, deployment, and testing
• As a Software Engineer, you will develop sophisticated simulation, emulation, and hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HITL) test environments to ensure system‑wide integrity
• Participate in operations, including data analysis, system monitoring, and visualization
• Collaborate in architecture, design, and code reviews

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 2 years of professional experience in software development
• Experience building and debugging software (professional, internship, or complex academic projects)
• Strong proficiency in an object‑oriented language (e.g., C, Python, Java, C#) and a deep understanding of OO design principles
• Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, and software design
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and documentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical ideas clearly
• A highly collaborative, team‑oriented, and positive approach to your work

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note:

Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.