Sr. Software Engineer

Company: Catapult Staffing
Location: Binghamton
Posted on: May 10, 2025

Job Description:

Senior Software Engineer

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Department: Software Engineering
Location: Binghamton, NY - Onsite
Role Type: Direct, Full-time position
Clearance: Secret

About Our Client
Our client is a leading defense contractor specializing in advanced software systems for military and defense applications. With a strong focus on security and excellence, they develop mission-critical software solutions that support national security objectives. The company employs both traditional Waterfall and Agile methodologies to deliver high-quality, reliable software products that meet rigorous government standards. Their engineering teams work in secure environments to create solutions that address complex technical challenges. The organization values technical expertise, leadership, and a commitment to quality while fostering a collaborative environment where mentorship and professional growth are encouraged. Their work directly contributes to critical defense infrastructure and capabilities.

Job Description
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will join an elite team developing sophisticated software solutions for defense applications. We are seeking an ambitious professional who can take ownership of challenging problems, drive solutions, and provide leadership for implementation while working effectively in a team environment.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include coordinating with program leads to ensure successful project completion, working throughout the software lifecycle using either Waterfall or Agile methodologies, and developing software products across all phases. You will provide technical guidance to project teams, ensure program plans are followed, and actively mentor intermediate and junior engineers. The role requires comprehensive knowledge of software development activities, experience with task/resource planning, and development of BOEs (Basis of Estimates), IMP (Integrated Master Plan), and IMS (Integrated Master Schedule) planning.

Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinate with program leads to ensure successful program completion and delivery. Work collaboratively in a team environment throughout the lifecycle using Waterfall or Agile methodologies. Develop sophisticated software products within all phases of the software lifecycle. Provide technical guidance to project teams and ensure project goals are achieved on time and within budget. Ensure program plans are followed and necessary artifacts are created for each phase of the delivery cycle. Actively mentor intermediate and junior engineers to foster their professional development. Maintain comprehensive knowledge of all software activities for assigned projects. Contribute to task/resource planning, development of BOEs, and IMP/IMS planning processes. Design, develop, document, test, and debug simulation software and systems with logical and mathematical solutions. Comply with all company security and data protection/usage policies and procedures. Handle all information and materials properly according to security protocols. Support occasional overtime, weekend work, shift work, and site travel within the continental United States.













Required Experience/Skills BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or other technical field (or equivalent education and work experience). Minimum of 10 years of software development experience. Experience supporting military or defense programs. Demonstrated programming experience in software languages such as Ada, C/C++, FORTRAN, and C#. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management. Experience with the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Strong critical thinking and logical reasoning skills to solve issues and predict potential programmatic and technical risks. Proven track record of building relationships, fostering collaboration, and working cross-functionally with multidisciplinary teams. Active DoD Secret or higher clearance that has been granted or renewed in the last 5 years. Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access. Demonstrated ability to design, develop, document, test, and debug simulation software and systems containing logical and mathematical solutions.












Nice-to-Haves Experience using earned value management systems to manage team cost and schedule performance. Experience with Software Change Control, Change Management, and CI/CD tools such as Atlassian tool suite, GitHub, GitLab, and/or Jenkins. Experience in an Agile/SAFe leadership role (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Release Train Engineer) Experience architecting, designing, modeling, implementing, integrating, and debugging OO C++ software running on Real-Time Operating systems such as VxWorks, Integrity, and/or Real-Time Embedded Linux. Demonstrated mentoring and coaching skills with excellent two-way communication (upward and downward). Strong time management and organizational skills.







Pay & Benefits Summary Competitive salary commensurate with experience and security clearance level. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) retirement plan with company matching. Paid time off and company holidays. Professional development and continuing education opportunities. Career advancement pathways in defense software engineering.







Join our elite team of software engineers developing mission-critical systems for national security!
Apply now to contribute your expertise to cutting-edge defense technology solutions.

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