Software Engineer

About the role

Our DoD/Aerospace Client is looking to fill a Software Engineer position supporting software systems integration, DevOps test infrastructure, and spacecraft payload development. This role focuses on developing software tools, automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment infrastructure used across hardware development and test environments.

The position is based in Scottsdale, AZ and offers on-site or Hybrid/Flex workplace options.

Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Position: Software Engineer

Contract Length: 12-24 months with possibility of going direct

Pay: $73.51/hour

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or a related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics field plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience

Schedule: 1st Shift

Clearance Requirement: DoD TS/SCI clearance preferred at time of hire; must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire

Position Overview

As the Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications, services, scripts, automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment infrastructure supporting software systems integration, DevOps test infrastructure, spacecraft payload development, and hardware test environments.

You'll build and improve GitLab CI/CD pipelines, develop software interfaces connecting lab systems and payload hardware, support containerized services, create automated tests, and troubleshoot integration issues across software, Linux systems, networks, containers, pipelines, and hardware-in-the-loop environments. You'll collaborate closely with systems, FPGA, electrical, hardware, test, and integration engineers to deliver reliable software capabilities and improve automation, repeatability, and developer productivity.

What You Bring to the Table:

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or a related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics field plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience

Ability to design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and related solutions

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate solutions and troubleshoot issues

U.S. citizenship is required

Ability to obtain a Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire

Ability to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and successfully complete any required U.S. Government security investigation

What Sets You Apart:

Active DoD TS/SCI clearance at time of hire

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field

Mid-level software engineering experience developing maintainable applications, services, tools, or automation using Python, C/C++, Go, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar languages

Strong software fundamentals, including data structures, object-oriented design, testing, debugging, version control, and code review

Experience building automated test suites using PyTest or similar frameworks, including test-driven or test-informed development practices

Experience with Git-based development workflows, including branching, merge requests, peer review, issue tracking, and release coordination

Experience developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar platforms

Experience working in Linux environments such as RHEL or Ubuntu, including command-line tools, shell scripting, services, logs, and package management

Familiarity with containerized application development and deployment using Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, or related technologies

Working knowledge of networking concepts, including Ethernet, subnets, routing, firewalls, ports, DNS, and lab network isolation

Experience integrating software with hardware, lab instrumentation, embedded systems, APIs, databases, or distributed services

Experience debugging across software, containers, Linux systems, CI/CD pipelines, network services, and hardware-adjacent interfaces

Ability to own software features or tools from requirements through implementation, testing, documentation, and user feedback

Ability to apply automation and AI tools to improve engineering efficiency, test repeatability, and software quality

About Our Client:

Our client is a mission-critical DoD/Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that lead, serve, and protect our nation. Our client develops strategic systems supporting defense, civil government, intelligence, and cyber missions worldwide.

About APR:

Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!

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