Software Engineer Level 2 or 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available\n\nCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes\n\nCLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret\n\nTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time\n\n## Description\n\nAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people\u0027s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation\u0027s history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work \u2014 and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they\u0027re making history.\n\nAre you a multi-talented engineer looking for your next opportunity? We support a small but mighty team that continues to innovate and set new benchmarks for our customers. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector would love to have you join our team as a (level 2 or level 3) Software Engineer based out of Aurora, CO. \n\n \nWe are looking for a versatile software developer who can bridge the gap between high-performance Java applications and low-level hardware interaction. The ideal candidate thrives in collaborative, agile environments, enjoys diagnosing complex issues, and is eager to expand their skill set into modern front-end technologies such as TypeScript and React.\n\nBasic Qualifications:\n\n * Level 2: Bachelor\u2019s degree with 2+ years of relative experience. Or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree. \n\n * Level 3: Bachelor\u2019s degree 5+ years of relative experience; 3+ years with a Master\u0027s; 0 years with a PhD; or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree. \n\n * Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application. \n\n * Solid grasp of object-oriented design, performance tuning, and unit testing (JUnit, TestNG).\n\n * Experience with Java SE 8 or newer programming.\n\n * Understand component-based architecture; able to translate designs into functional UI with Typescript.\n\n * Familiarity with version control using Git and workflows on platforms such as GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket.\n\n * Demonstrated success with Agile processes.\n\n\n\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\n * CompTIA Security+ Certification.\n\n * Experience with Linux.\n\n * Experience with RabbitMQ.\n\n * Experience with Elasticsearch databases.\n\n * STEM degree.\n\n\n\n\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00\n\nSecondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00\n\nThe above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate\u0027s experience, education, skills and current market conditions.\n\nDepending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.\n\nThe application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.\n\nNorthrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.\n