Software Engineer

About the Role

Under direct supervision, participate in research and innovation efforts on complex solutions to security challenges in telecommunications and IP/computer networking equipment in the cyber security domain on multiple hardware platforms utilizing Linux and/or Unix-based operating systems. Demonstrate breadth and flexibility by contributing at various levels of software development from infrastructure through application, including full stack development, to control customized embedded communication systems. Be part of a team that solves complex networking and communications challenges facing the U.S. Federal Government, delivering groundbreaking research and advanced networking and communications solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Work from existing design specifications to implement, test, and document software solutions in telecommunications and IP/computer networking equipment in the cyber security domain.
• Work with a product development team to develop concepts, identify creative solutions to user requests, and assess feasibility.
• Participate in technical activities spanning multiple technical disciplines including security analysis, software/tool development, software test, development environment, and system infrastructure.
• Work in a telecommunications development lab environment, use automation tools and lab test equipment, including protocol analyzers.
• Operate effectively and comfortably in a team environment.
• Travel to other CACI Locations or Customer Sites as necessary.
• Understand and adhere to all CACI Ethical and Compliance policies.
• Proactively ensure a safe work environment and adhere to CACI EH&S policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Experience with RISC-V assembly.
• Familiarity with Device Drivers.
• Ability to operate and code in the hardware Layers.
• Knowledge of Kernel.
• Software development skills in current languages such as: C, C++, JAVA, Python.
• Familiar with software engineering process concepts (e.g., requirements reviews, code inspection, system test plan creation, system validation).
• Use of development tools (e.g., editors, compilers, debuggers).
• Knowledge of IP networking and/or telecommunications equipment installation, configuration, and maintenance.
• Some experience debugging system-level issues with various lab equipment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft software applications and other software applications as required.

Qualifications (Desired)

• Familiarity with development in either Windows, Linux, and/or Unix-based operating systems.
• Software development skills in current languages such as: JavaScript, ARM, MIPS, x86 or comparable languages.
• Familiarity with software security concepts such as intrusion detection, cryptography, authentication, firewalls, secure coding practices.
• Knowledge of Internet routing techniques, protocols, and tools.
• Willingness and ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team member.

Additional Information

• Employee Type: Regular
• Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
• Type of Travel: Continental US
• To begin employment, no clearance is required. However, as a requirement of continued employment, a Top Secret clearance will be required.
• Proposed Salary Range: $63,800 - 127,500 USD