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Principal Software Engineer - Java

Northrop Grumman

San Diego, CA 92154

~ 16 min OnsiteUrgently HiringHealth InsurancePaid Time Off

  • CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
  • CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
  • RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
  • This position will be filled out of our Software Engineering organization and will support the team on site in San Diego, CA
  • The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels
  • Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position.
  • An occasional travel requirement up to 10% may be needed.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 1 year of related engineering experience.
  • Prior leadership experience using agile development, including participating as Product Owner, SCRUM Master, and/or team member in an Agile development environment.
  • Experience with the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
  • Experience with Agile software development, object-oriented architecture and programming, software integration and testing.
  • Experience and proficiency utilizing Java, Experience with Java microservices, Graphical User Interface (GUI) applications.
  • Experience with at least two of the following programming or scripting languages: Python, Go, C++, C#, PowerShell, VBScript, Bash, or KornShell.
  • Experience with Cloud technologies and service providers.
  • Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Top Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR).
  • This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs. (Of note: SAP/PAR will be upgraded once selected candidate is in role. Therefore, candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain upgraded SAP/PAR.)
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VP/Director, Business Development

Ghbintellect

San Diego, CA 92154

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Manager Application Support

Calpine Community Energy, LLC

San Diego, CA 92101

~ 16 min Onsite

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 5 (five) years of experience managing technical teams, with a strong focus on mentoring and performance management.
  • Experience aligning technical solutions with business strategies and engaging with senior leadership.
  • Experience designing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud-based architectures.
  • Extensive experience in Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban), including sprint planning, backlog management, and retrospectives.
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent requests and prioritize workloads effectively.
  • Strong collaboration skills to work with product managers, DevOps, and business stakeholders.
  • Skilled in guiding teams through organizational and technical changes with minimal disruption.
  • Strong analytical skills to resolve complex technical and operational challenges.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to foster a collaborative, inclusive team environment that encourages innovation and accountability.
  • Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and capable of independent learning.
  • Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and initiative-taking abilities.
  • Expertise in Microsoft Azure, including Fabric, Logic Apps, Azure Functions, and related services.
  • Experience with database technologies like Microsoft SQL and maintaining ETL processes.
  • Hands-on experience with Azure development tools and proficiency in .NET, Python, or similar frameworks.
  • Proficiency in Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar tools for workflow and progress tracking.
  • Knowledge of Azure security best practices, including identity management and compliance.
  • Expertise in optimizing Azure-based solutions for performance, cost, and scalability.
  • Proficiency in monitoring and managing Azure resource costs using tools like Azure Cost Management.
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Staff Software Engineer— SubSystem Integration Test (SSIT)

Qualcomm

San Diego, CA 92154

~ 16 min Onsite

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 4+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 3+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
  • PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
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Technical Writer and Editor

General Atomics

Poway, CA 92064

~ 25 min Onsite

  • Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of an associate's degree in a related discipline and three or more years progressive experience in a technical field
  • May substitute equivalent professional experience in lieu of education/training
  • Must demonstrate an excellent technical understanding of military or commercial systems, and technical writing/editing principles, theories and concepts as well as have knowledge of the development of technical manuals and documentation
  • Must have knowledge of computer-based tools in the production of technical documentation
  • The ability to grasp new concepts quickly
  • The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
  • Good organization skills
  • The ability to identify issues and recognize deviations from accepted practices and processes
  • Basic analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document and report
  • Knowledge of computer operations and applications
  • Ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required
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Senior DevSecOps Engineer

Peraton

San Diego, CA 92152

~ 16 min Onsite

  • Minimum 8 years' experience with BS/BA; 6 years with MS/MA or 3 years with PhD
  • Secret clearance or be able to obtain one
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Must have strong Kubernetes work experience
  • Must live in the San Diego metro area
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification or the ability to obtain it within 45 days of hire
  • 5+ years of demonstrated experience with:
  • Containerization (e.g., Docker, Podman, Buildah)
  • Container Orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes, OpenShift, Helm)
  • CI/CD automation tools (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins, AWS Code Build)
  • Infrastructure-as-Code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation)
  • Linux systems (e.g., RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu)
  • Automation and scripting (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell)
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Technical Writer

Viasat

Carlsbad, CA 92009

$82,000-$129,500/yr
~ 32 min Onsite

  • Current Security Clearance
  • Willingness to work onsite in Carlsbad and collaborate across teams
  • Experience creating technical documentation for software, hardware, or networked systems
  • Strong curiosity and the ability to understand and communicate complex technical concepts
  • Excellent writing, interviewing, and analytical skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering and program teams
  • Strong ability to work independently and maintain deadlines
  • Extensive experience with Microsoft Office tools (including Visio)
  • Experience with Adobe tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • U.S. citizenship (required for this role)
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Computer Engineer II

Noblis

San Diego, CA 92110

$108,500/yr
RemoteEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Bachelor's level degree in Computer, Electrical or Electronics Engineering or Mathematics with field of concentration in computer science.
  • 3 years of professional experience in computer design, software development or computer networks.
  • US Citizen with a DoD Secret clearance or able to obtain a DoD secret.
  • Experience in submarine software installations or installation of networked systems on Navy platforms.
  • Experience using the PEO C4I AI process in lab environments in support of submarines or surface ships.
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Commissioning Engineer

Trident Maritime Systems

San Diego, CA 92113

~ 16 min Onsite

  • US Citizenship Required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer, Electrical or Electronic Control Engineering from an accredited university or college
  • 5+ years overall experience with relevant commissioning or engineering experience for Controls and Software automation.
  • Ability to travel to the ship, both at the shipyard and once in service.
  • Interpret customer specifications and drawings as they apply to automation equipment and related products.
  • Experience using AutoCAD or similar Electric CAD.
  • Familiarity with Regulatory bodies such as ABS, USCG, DNV, NEC, etc.
  • Knowledge base in the use of industrial automation devices (i.e., sensors, switches, valves, motors, encoders, etc.)
  • Knowledge and capability of debugging, troubleshooting and implement changes to PLC hardware/software and SCADA supervising systems.
  • Ability to troubleshoot electrical control systems and equipment used in automation systems.
  • Excellent electronic (email) communications skills.
  • Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills.
  • Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and accessed.
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Brand Designer

Harman International Industries

Carlsbad, CA 92009

Hybrid~ 32 minEducation Assistance

  • Four or more years of professional design experience supporting consumer-facing brands, marketing teams, or creative organizations.
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating concept development and design execution across campaigns, visual storytelling, and multiple marketing channels.
  • Experience using Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, to develop and execute creative work.
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional partners to understand project requirements, present work, and incorporate feedback.
  • Ability to develop creative concepts and carry assigned design projects of moderate scope from brief through execution with general direction.
  • Ability to evaluate straightforward design challenges and recommend appropriate solutions using experience, established practices, and brand standards.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to clearly explain creative concepts and design rationale.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple assigned projects and deadlines while maintaining quality and brand consistency.
  • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Marketing Design, Visual Communications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • A portfolio demonstrating relevant digital and print design work must be submitted with the application.
  • Must reside in the United States and be able to work from the Carlsbad, CA office 3+ times per week.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English to understand project briefs, clarify production details, discuss feedback, and collaborate with internal teams.
  • Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment (post-offer).
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