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Senior Software Engineer

Noblis

San Diego, CA · Posted November 6, 2026

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About the job

Responsibilities

Noblis MSD is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to for our NIWC team. The selected individual will work on our Integration engineering team supporting NIWC Pacific in the software application integration into the various TIDE systems. The TIDE integration team is responsible for the development of the hosting standards for the programs to be hosted on various baseline systems. The team develops installation procedures, modifies software parameters to support CANES system standards, develop testing requirements to meet hosting qualification standards and conducts software verification and validation testing. All hosted software applications must be rigorously evaluated for system compliance. Candidate will be responsible for conducting reviews, evaluation requirements, developing procedures and creating and modifying system documentation like CI/CDs. Candidate must be proficient in ACS Red Hat, IaC, Cloud Formation/CDK, Terraform and PowerShell.

Candidate must have at least four years’ experience supporting CANES software design, integration and management of applications to be hosted on the CANES networking and server infrastructure. This position will report directly to the Program Management and coordinate with other CANES functional government and contractors.

The specific responsibilities of this position include:

Responsible for developing software integration strategies and plans

Support weekly senior level meetings with government staff on execution

Provide senior engineering expertise for special projects

Coordinate with functional leads on schedule, design and delivery

Provide guidance to integration team on technical requirements

Develop solutions for future Integration requirements

Mentor and train new engineers on requirements

Provide interface for System Integration Test Events

Coordinate with lab leadership on software testing

Provide onsite integration leadership for complex applications

Review all IE documentation including HACSIM and any other load procedures

Provide primary interface to application teams

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

15 years of experience in Navy networking programs up to SCI level.

Possess and maintain CompTIA Security+ CE

10 years in support of Network and Software design integration to include integration on UNIX, LINUX, Solaris and Intel Platforms

Proficient in software development including security, scripting, and automation

Maintain operating system certification to include server+, Cloud, VCP, CCNA and/or MS server certified training

Extensive Navy experience

Active Top Secret clearance

Must be a US citizen.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in sustainment engineering for afloat networks

Design engineering for legacy networks including, ISNS and SCI-Networks

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Overview

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us .

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $160,800.00 - USD $251,325.00 /Yr.

Noblis MSD is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to for our NIWC team. The selected individual will work on our Integration engineering team supporting NIWC Pacific in the software application integration into the various TIDE systems. The TIDE integration team is responsible for the development of the hosting standards for the programs to be hosted on various baseline systems. The team develops installation procedures, modifies software parameters to support CANES system standards, develop testing requirements to meet hosting qualification standards and conducts software verification and validation testing. All hosted software applications must be rigorously evaluated for system compliance. Candidate will be responsible for conducting reviews, evaluation requirements, developing procedures and creating and modifying system documentation like CI/CDs. Candidate must be proficient in ACS Red Hat, IaC, Cloud Formation/CDK, Terraform and PowerShell.

Candidate must have at least four years’ experience supporting CANES software design, integration and management of applications to be hosted on the CANES networking and server infrastructure. This position will report directly to the Program Management and coordinate with other CANES functional government and contractors.

The specific responsibilities of this position include:

Responsible for developing software integration strategies and plans

Support weekly senior level meetings with government staff on execution

Provide senior engineering expertise for special projects

Coordinate with functional leads on schedule, design and delivery

Provide guidance to integration team on technical requirements

Develop solutions for future Integration requirements

Mentor and train new engineers on requirements

Provide interface for System Integration Test Events

Coordinate with lab leadership on software testing

Provide onsite integration leadership for complex applications

Review all IE documentation including HACSIM and any other load procedures

Provide primary interface to application teams

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

15 years of experience in Navy networking programs up to SCI level.

Possess and maintain CompTIA Security+ CE

10 years in support of Network and Software design integration to include integration on UNIX, LINUX, Solaris and Intel Platforms

Proficient in software development including security, scripting, and automation

Maintain operating system certification to include server+, Cloud, VCP, CCNA and/or MS server certified training

Extensive Navy experience

Active Top Secret clearance

Must be a US citizen.