Software Engineer​/Computer Scientist

Software Engineer/Computer Scientist

K ’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of War, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, K  ensures secure, effective, and mission‑ready capabilities worldwide.

As a Mid‑Level Software Engineer/Computer Scientist, you will be responsible for advancing the state‑of‑the‑art in developing software prototypes and applications for the Army and the Department of War. You will work closely with subject matter experts to transition advanced algorithms into operational software prototypes. These prototypes will be tested in realistic environments to evaluate performance, reliability, and suitability for deployment within Army systems.

• Work across multiple technology stacks, gaining hands‑on experience with various languages, frameworks, and tools to support a broad range of applications.
• Work in languages such as Python, Java, C++, Type Script and others.
• Work with database technologies such as PostgreSQL, Mongo DB, Oracle, MySQL, and others.
• Work with large software codebases, reverse engineering and redesigning them.
• Building or consuming REST APIs and working with backend services or microservice architecture.
• Participate in software development using CI/CD pipelines, with a focus on security and automation.
• Collaborate with teams using version control systems like Azure, and work with automation tools.
• Participate in peer code reviews and contribute to software architecture discussions to ensure maintainability, security, and performance.
• Stay current with software industry best practices, including use of AI in software development, cloud technologies, and evolving security threats to recommend innovative solutions.

Location:

Huntsville, AL

Travel Requirements: ~0%

• Active DoD Secret security clearance
• BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM field
• Experience with one or more of the following: C++, Java, Python
• 3–5 years of progressive related experience
• Experience with Test‑Driven Development
• Experience with Unit/Integration Testing
• Experience working with version control systems like Azure or Gitlab

• Experience with databases (SQL or No
  
  SQL) and handling structured data (e.g., JSON, CSV).
• Experience with software reverse engineering.
• Experience with distributed simulation frameworks such as DIS (Distributed Interactive Simulation), HLA (High Level Architecture), or similar Modeling & Simulation (M&S) standards.
• Experience with visualization tools such as Cesium Js or Unreal Engine.
• Experience working with Agile, Agile XP, Dev Ops, and Dev Sec Ops  methodologies.

K  is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.