Software Engineer, Python, Backend Developer

Overview

Foxhouhd Federal is looking for a Software Developer to support the design, development, and integration of advanced mission-critical systems. This role focuses on building reliable, high-performance software for real-time and distributed environments, often supporting defense, aerospace, or complex engineering applications.

Position Overview

The Software Developer will work across embedded and distributed systems, contributing to the full software development lifecycle—from architecture and design through implementation, testing, and deployment. This role requires a strong foundation in C++ and/or Python, experience working in Linux-based environments, and familiarity with real-time systems and networked applications.

The ideal candidate is adaptable, systems-minded, and comfortable working in Agile teams while maintaining high standards for performance, reliability, and maintainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software for real-time and distributed systems
• Implement and optimize applications using C++ and/or Python
• Develop and integrate software within Linux and Windows environments
• Work with networked systems using TCP/IP and related protocols
• Contribute to system architecture and apply appropriate design patterns
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (systems, hardware, test)
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to iterative development
• Support configuration management and version control best practices
• Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance system performance and reliability

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1+ years of professional software development experience
• Proficiency in C++ and/or Python (3.10+)
• Experience working in Linux environments (RHEL 8+ preferred)
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, UDP)
• Familiarity with software design patterns and object-oriented design principles
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

Candidates are not expected to have all of the following
, but experience in any of these areas is a strong plus:

Real-Time & Embedded Systems

• Experience with RTOS environments such as VxWorks or FreeRTOS
• Familiarity with ARINC 653 or safety-critical partitioned systems

Networking & Distributed Systems

• Experience with unicast/multicast messaging
• Understanding of Layer 2 / Layer 3 networking concepts
• Exposure to mobile ad hoc networks (MANETs) or large-scale network architectures

Software Architecture & Design

• Experience with design patterns such as:
  • Singleton, Factory, Command, Strategy
• Publish/Subscribe, Message Broker
• Familiarity with containerization or deployment pipelines (bonus)

Processes & Standards

• Experience with Configuration Management practices (e.g., IEA 649C)
• Exposure to defense, aerospace, or regulated environments

What We’re Looking For

• Strong problem-solving and systems-thinking mindset
• Ability to work independently and in collaborative team environments
• Willingness to learn and adapt across a broad technical stack
• Interest in building high-reliability, mission-critical software

MORE ABOUT US

We recognize innovation and agility grow through diverse collaboration. Our team is comprised of unique individuals, and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity in recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class or category as may be defined by federal, state, or local laws or regulations.

It is our firm intent to support equal employment opportunity and affirmative action in keeping with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance with the application process, please visit our website for information on how to request assistance.

Compensation: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Foxhound Federal is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business specializing in helping federal agencies and consulting organizations acquire high-caliber candidates for business development, internal operations and program delivery. Our past performance and reasonable pricing are your guarantee that we will deliver the high-caliber candidates our clients need to meet any and all contractual obligations.

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