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Software Engineer

Innovative Defense Technologies
$90,000 - $150,000 or $114,000 - $184,000
paid holidays, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, California, San Diego
2750 Womble Road (Show on map)
Apr 21, 2026
Description About The Role: Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Software Engineer to be part of our Integrated Mission Systems (IMS) team and based out of our San Diego, CA location. ThisSoftwareEngineerwill work with a fast-paced team of mission-focused engineers to solve some of the Navy's toughest challenges. Initiative, creativity, reliability, efficiency, and teamwork will berequiredto successfully deliver innovative solutions in this dynamic customer space. The Software Engineer will design, build, test, and deliverinnovative, secure,and fullyintegratedsoftwaresolutions for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD). Clearance & Location Requirements: All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 4 days in office, based out of our San Diego, CA location. What You Will Do: Design, integrate, troubleshoot, test, deliver and updatesoftwarecode in various languages, documentingassociatedarchitectures, processes,proceduresand techniques tooperateand sustain end items. Workcloselywith cross-functional teams of software, systems, integration, information, production and test engineers and subject matter expertsto understandrequirements, workflows, and develop front-and-back endfeatures and architecture. Adhere to government and industrysecurity, reliability, and performance standards;applyorthodox programming paradigms;interpret and applyDoD and industry standards; andparticipatein peer reviews, configuration, design, andperformance reviews. Applycommontools, approaches and best engineering practices including; building,maintaining, and troubleshooting Jenkins pipelines for software deployment; integrating third-party and externally developed software into acontainer runtimeenvironment;configuring, adapting, andvalidatingsoftware components tooperatecorrectly within a Kubernetes environment; integrating withinternal systems and third-party applications; and assistingwith containerization, configuration management, and customization of vendor or open-source software. Who You Are: Bachelor's Degreein applicable discipline such as software engineering, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, data science, cyber security, mathematics, or aeronautical engineering(or equivalent full-time experience). 3+ year's experience with one or more of the following: Git or similar version control systems Program languages such as C++, Python,Javaor JavaScript Container concepts (Docker/OCI/Podman images, containers, registries) SQL and relational databases (e.g., Postgres) Linux-based systems command-line usage and file/system permissions Reactor similar modern frontend frameworks Ability to travel up to 10% of the timeas needed What Makes You Stand Out 1+ year experience with front-end development 1+ year experience with one or more of the following: Visualization and human interface development Use DEVSECOPS to streamline software testingandplatformdeployment Software system remotemonitoring,maintenanceand upgrade 1+ year experience with one or more of the following: Cloud computing, virtualization(VMWare), and containerization. Networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS) Working with APIs or third-party services Scripting for automation (Groovy, Python, Bash, PowerShell) Big data solutions (e.g.Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, Cassandra) Machine learning and/or artificial intelligence Desire to stay current with industry trends and best practices.Openness to new tools and concepts, showing initiative,innovationand creativity Ability tocommunicate, reportand document progress and issues Problem-solvingskills with the ability to navigate ambiguous situations Strong analytical abilities, senseof ownership,urgencyand drive If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network. Pay Range: $90,000 - $150,000 or $114,000 - $184,000 Pursuant to CaliforniaSenate Bill 1162and New JerseySenate Bill 2310, IDT is required to disclose the "pay scale" or "pay range" associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate's experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Clickherefor additional information about California Senate Bill 1162. Clickherefor additional information about New Jersey Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience. About Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale. At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions. Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including: Generous benefits package Competitive PTO Paid holidays 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month) Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program Professional Development Resources Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events Annual Employee Recognition Awards Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches EEO Statement: IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.