Job Description
We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join our Next Generation Polar Ground (NGP) team. In this role, you will perform software development tasks that focus on full software life cycle (requirement, design, code, test, integration). This position is located onsite in either Redondo Beach or Azusa, CA.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree with 12 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 10 years of relevant experience; PhD with 8 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or higher) required at the time of application
• Experience with full software life cycle (requirement, design, code, test, integration), SW builds, programming standards and practices
• Technical experience with the ability to investigate complex scenarios probing into software and data sets driving the process to a resolution
• Ability to interface with multifaceted teams, interpreting and troubleshooting issues
• Proficiency in languages: C/C++, Python, XML, JSON, JavaScript
• Familiarity with OS: Red Hat Linux
Preferred Qualifications:
• Expertise level of Red Hat Linux and Database environments
• Familiarity with SIMICS and VxWorks 7.0
• Languages: Java, SQL, PL/SQL
• Database: MySQL, Microsoft SQL, Oracle, NoSQL (non-relational database)
• Understanding of Integration and Test rhythm and workflow
• Embedded systems software development, integration, and test experience
• Agile practices and Atlassian suite (Confluence, Jira, Kanban, Bamboo, BitBucket) experience
Primary Level Salary Range: $171,000.00 - $256,400.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join our Next Generation Polar Ground (NGP) team. In this role, you will perform software development tasks that focus on full software life cycle (requirement, design, code, test, integration). This position is located onsite in either Redondo Beach or Azusa, CA.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree with 12 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 10 years of relevant experience; PhD with 8 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or higher) required at the time of application
• Experience with full software life cycle (requirement, design, code, test, integration), SW builds, programming standards and practices
• Technical experience with the ability to investigate complex scenarios probing into software and data sets driving the process to a resolution
• Ability to interface with multifaceted teams, interpreting and troubleshooting issues
• Proficiency in languages: C/C++, Python, XML, JSON, JavaScript
• Familiarity with OS: Red Hat Linux
Preferred Qualifications:
• Expertise level of Red Hat Linux and Database environments
• Familiarity with SIMICS and VxWorks 7.0
• Languages: Java, SQL, PL/SQL
• Database: MySQL, Microsoft SQL, Oracle, NoSQL (non-relational database)
• Understanding of Integration and Test rhythm and workflow
• Embedded systems software development, integration, and test experience
• Agile practices and Atlassian suite (Confluence, Jira, Kanban, Bamboo, BitBucket) experience
Primary Level Salary Range: $171,000.00 - $256,400.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip out customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers’ toughest problems, our nearly 100,000 employees contribute to launching the technology of tomorrow, today.
© 2025 Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.