✦ Luna Orbit — Software Engineering

Software Engineer, Mid

at Booz Allen Hamilton Holding

📍 Lexington Park, MD Hybrid 💰 $69K – $158K USD / year Posted March 13, 2026
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Position Details

Salary $69K – $158K USD / year
Type Full-Time
Experience mid
Exp. Years 2+ years
Education Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics
Category Software Engineering

About this role

This role involves developing and maintaining embedded software systems supporting hardware functionality, primarily for defense or government clients, with a focus on security and system integration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop embedded software
  • Support hardware integration
  • Optimize platform-specific code
  • Troubleshoot operational issues
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity specialists

Technical Overview

The technical environment includes embedded programming languages like C, C++, Java, Golang, Linux operating systems, and tools such as Ansible and Make, within an agile development framework.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a mid-level embedded software engineer with at least 2 years of experience in developing software for hardware interfaces, proficient in Java, Golang, or C/C++, and experienced with Linux environments. They should hold a Secret security clearance and be familiar with agile methodologies.

Must-Have Skills

2+ years of experience designingmodifyingdevelopingwriting and implementing software programming applications2+ years of experience with Java and Golangor C or C++2 years of experience in developing and supporting embedded software that directly interfaces with hardware2+ years of experience with developing software for LinuxSecret clearance

Nice-to-Have Skills

2+ years of experience with embedded software languages and products such as Embedded PlatformsRed Hat Enterprise LinuxSELinuxAnsibleBash scriptingMakeand XML technologiesAbility to acquire client requirements and resolve workflow problems through automation optimizationAbility to work with automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenanceTop Secret clearance

Tools & Platforms

LinuxRed Hat Enterprise LinuxSELinuxAnsibleBash scriptingMakeXML technologies

Required Skills

JavaGolangCC++LinuxEmbedded SoftwareAgileExtreme ProgrammingSecret clearanceSecurity ClearanceRed Hat Enterprise LinuxAnsibleBash scriptingMakeXML technologies

Hard Skills

JavaJava DevelopmentGolangGoCC++LinuxEmbedded SoftwareEmbedded ProgrammingAgileExtreme ProgrammingSoftware EngineeringProduct ManagementSecret clearanceSecurity Clearance

Soft Skills

collaborativeproblem-solvingtroubleshootingteamworkcommunication

Certifications

Required

Secret clearance

Preferred

Top Secret clearance

Industry & Role

Industry Defense, Government/Public Sector
Job Function Embedded software development and support for hardware systems

Clearance & Visa

Clearance Required Secret clearance

Keywords for Your Resume

Software EngineerEmbedded SoftwareJavaGolangCC++LinuxAgileExtreme ProgrammingSecret clearanceSecurity ClearanceEmbedded PlatformsRed Hat Enterprise LinuxSELinuxAnsibleBash scriptingMake

Deal Breakers

Lack of Secret clearance, Less than 2 years of relevant experience, No experience with Linux or embedded software

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