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Senior Backend Software Engineer TS/SCI (FSP)
IBM
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Seeking a versatile senior backend software engineer with TS/SCI US Government security clearance and FSP to join a small agile team designing, developing, and maintaining secure, scalable…
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- $102,100 to $219,200 USD / year
The successful candidate must have an active U.S
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- $102,100 to $219,200 USD / year
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- $100,000 USD / year
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We are seeking a skilled and motivated Azure Cloud Engineer to join our cloud infrastructure and platform team. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience deploying and managing cloud…
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As a Software Engineer III on the Human Services Transformation team, you will be responsible for…
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As the Backend Software Architect, you will provide deep technical leadership within a defined. You will translate business requirements, solution architectures, and enterprise standards…
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We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer, Rules and Registry to support a mission-application modernization program that unifies access across a portfolio of production applications: one…
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Secret – Senior Backend Engineer, Event Systems
Insight Global
Reston, VA
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Secret – Software Engineer, Backend (Identity)
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We are seeking a Software Engineer, Backend (identity) to support a mission-application modernization program that unifies access across a portfolio of production applications: one sign-on,…
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Software Engineer 3 - FreeWheel
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Reston, VA
This job involves collaborative design and development of software solutions that meet business objectives. It includes system requirement analysis, application customization, and assisting…
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Cyber Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
Lockheed Martin
Herndon, VA
Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Summer 2027 Software Engineer Intern. In this role, you will focusing on software design and development and testing. The successful candidate will have…
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Cyber Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
Lockheed Martin
Herndon, VA
Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Summer 2027 Software Engineer Intern. In this role, you will focusing on software design and development and testing. The successful candidate will have…
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Intelligent Automation / RPA Engineer / Software Engineer
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Washington, DC
- $119,000 to $145,000 USD / year
Unissant is seeking an Intelligent Automation / RPA Engineer / Software Engineer to support a newly awarded program for a federal health agency. Design, implement, and support approved…
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DevSecOps / CI-CD Engineer / Software Engineer
Unissant
Washington, DC
- $150,000 to $195,000 USD / year
Unissant is seeking a DevSecOps / CI-CD Engineer / Software Engineer to support a newly awarded program for a federal health agency. Build and operate secure delivery pipelines and reusable…
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Arlington, VA
In addition, Software Engineer II candidates will:
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Jr Software Engineer
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Gaithersburg, MD
Leidos is seeking a Junior Software Engineer, who will be a member of a dynamic team in Gaithersburg, MD, working on the development/maintenance of software that improves aircraft runway…
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2027 Graduate - Mission Modeling, Simulation & Software Engineer
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
Laurel, MD
- $85,000 USD / year
…and operational advantage. Our team develops prototypes and software, constructs simulations, performs analyses, and builds immersive experiences that help analysts and operators…
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Associate Software Engineer-Hire-to-Train Program (Pega)
Accenture Federal Services
Arlington, VA
Must hold Top Secret Clearance
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Software Engineer
Peraton
Chantilly, VA
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Flight Software Engineer (Rust)
Umbra
Arlington, VA
We are seeking a Flight Software Engineer who has experience in Rust programming language to take an active role in the development and delivery of embedded flight software specifically…

Umbra

Senior Flight Software Engineer (Rust)

Reston, VA, United States

Compensation Range The Compensation Range for this role is $155,000 - $185,000 DOE.

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Pay: Compensation Range The Compensation Range for this role is $155,000 - $185,000 DOE.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 21, 2026

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Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space - for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra’s ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms).Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed.

About the Team Space Systems – The Components Space Systems is where Umbra turns hardware and software designs into on-orbit realities; developing, implementing and iterating mission-ready core technology, while simultaneously advancing the next generation of our own satellite constellation. Space Systems is vertically integrated across the satellite architecture, thus the team designs, builds, and tests an array of critical components and subsystems, including power systems, communications, control systems, deployment hardware, avionics, and payloads, as well as the flight software, firmware and digital design solutions to support the entire hardware stack. Our focus is on first principles engineering, and our mandate is simple: it has to work when it counts. Every bolt, board, and binary is proven on our own SAR constellation, ensuring flight-proven reliability where failure is not an option. If you want to work on cutting edge space technology while maintaining the highest standard for innovation and mission ready performance, you belong here at Umbra.

About the Job We are seeking a Senior Flight Software Engineer, with expertise in the Rust programming language, to take an active role in the development and delivery of embedded flight software specifically tailored for Umbra missions. In this pivotal role, you will be tasked with a range of critical responsibilities, including but not limited to the formulation and specification of software requirements, the comprehensive design of robust software architecture, and the actual writing and implementation of code. You will take lead responsibility for the essential processes of system integration and testing, ensuring that all components function seamlessly together. In addition to your core development responsibilities, you will also be expected to provide expert guidance and mentorship in various aspects of software design, code development, and peer code reviews. Your role will include oversight of thorough documentation practices and the meticulous integration of the flight software with flight hardware, which encompasses conducting tests to ensure reliability and performance. The ideal candidate shows ownership, is a solution-driven problem solver, an exceptional communicator, and possesses a strong systems-thinking mindset. Your contributions will be vital to the success of our missions, driving innovation and excellence in software engineering within our team.

This position is based on-site in either our Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA office, Arlington, VA office, or Reston, VA office.

Key Responsibilities

Drive yourself and all of your team to become better software engineers.
Collaborate with a cross-disciplinary engineering team to design, develop, and maintain reliable, fault-tolerant flight and payload software.
Architect and implement software to meet high-level system requirements, while managing interfaces with multiple spacecraft subsystems, ground systems and hardware.
Develop command and control software for spacecraft flight operations, payloads, and peripheral electronics.
Contribute to and lead test campaigns, from unit-level testing to automated system and subsystem-level testing.
Create and maintain detailed documentation for software operation and interfaces with other system components.
Present high level technical concepts simply and clearly to non-technical audiences.
Take on additional professional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of proven experience in architecting and developing high-reliability software with Rust or Modern C/C++.
4+ years of systems and/or embedded software development with Rust or Modern C/C++.
2+ years developing concurrent code with asynchronous Rust.
Proficient working within Linux, RTOS, or bare-metal environments.
Experience leading software design and development processes, including version control, bug tracking, and documentation.
Experience building and maintaining Continuous Integration (CI) pipelines, automated testing and build/release management, and static/dynamic analysis tools.
Able to travel up to 15% (between Umbra’s Virginia & Santa Barbara offices).

Desired Qualifications

8+ years of proven experience in architecting and developing high-reliability software with Rust or C/C++.
3+ years developing concurrent code with asynchronous Rust.
3+ years with space systems development, including space and ground segments.
3+ years with software used in autonomous, fault-critical systems.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic development environment.
Hands-on experience with kernel development using Yocto or similar.
Background in developing, deploying, and maintaining software product lines.
Familiarity with Python programming.
Strong understanding of processor architecture, with the ability to optimize code for performance and memory usage.
Knowledge of hardware interfaces such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART, and PCIe.
Knowledge of dynamics and control systems.
Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)
Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)
401k with 3% non-elective company contribution
Stock Options
Free Parking
Free lunch daily in office

Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Employment Eligibility Verification In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire.

ITAR/EAR Requirements This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable.

Pay Transparency This job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role’s function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. The final offer will also be influenced by the candidate's skills, responsibilities, and relevant experience.

Compensation Range The Compensation Range for this role is $155,000 - $185,000 DOE.

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Rust
Control systems
Firmware
Rust programming language
ICT system integration
Documentation
Systems thinking
Computer science
Computer engineering
C
C++
Software development
Linux
RTOS
CI/CD
Test automation
Python
Regulatory compliance

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