Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer — C++ / Python

Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque, NM | Full-Time | On-Site | Immediate Start | Active DoD Secret Clearance Required | U.S. Citizenship Required | Competitive Salary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to support the U.S. Air Force Distributed Mission Operations Center (DMOC) at Kirtland AFB.

You’ll design, develop, test, troubleshoot, and maintain mission‑critical software and backend services while supporting web applications, automation, CI/CD, and secure software development in a DoD environment.

• Develop and enhance software using C++ and Python.
• Support applications in Linux and Windows environments.
• Develop backend services, web applications, and SQL database functionality.
• Build automation using Bash and maintain Git/Git Lab repositories.
• Develop and support Git Lab CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
• Troubleshoot software issues and implement improvements.
• Support software deployment, configuration, and technical documentation.
• Ensure development activities comply with applicable DoD security requirements.

• C++ and Python
• Linux and Windows
• Git / Git Lab
• SQL
• Bash scripting
• CI/CD / Git Lab YAML
• Automated testing
• Desired: Django, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, web application development.

• Active DoD Secret clearance — required
• U.S. Citizenship — required
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Data Science, or related field; equivalent qualifying certifications may be considered.
• Relevant experience:
  • Bachelor’s: 9+ years
  • Master’s: 7+ years
  • PhD: 4+ years
• DoD 8570 IAT-II certification (CompTIA Security+ or higher) required within 60 days of hire.

U.S. Citizens only. No visa sponsorship available.

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

Applicants for U.S. based positions with MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc. must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. MILVETS Systems Technology is an Equal Opportunity 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.

MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.

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