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Software Engineer Principal with Security Clearance

SAICSan Diego, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 11 Sept 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
$160.0k - $200k/yr
Seniority
Leader
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
San Diego, CA, United States
Posted
Yesterday
Node.jsSQLShellAWSETLMachine LearningApacheAzureD3.jsJavaJavaScriptKubernetesPythonReact

Job Description

Description SAIC is looking for a Principal Software engineer to join our Solutions and Technology group. This is a hybrid role and candidates must resided in the San Diego area with the ability to work at our Point Loma location. Candidates must be able to go on site 3 days a week. Candidates must be able to do the following:

  • In a technical capacity, collaborate closely with clients to guarantee the seamless implementation of a streaming data platform and create innovative solutions that leverage it
  • According to client requirements, specify, construct, test, and implement specialized machine learning and/or other mission-focused systems
  • Engage in deployment and execution planning alongside clients
  • Directly support deployment of software on Kubernetes
  • Produce documentation for clients in order to assist with custom applications
  • Provide tutorials and technical information for product documentation
  • Full stack development using Python, Java, or JavaScript for front-end and back-end apps (node.js, D3.js, and React)
  • Java / Python development Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science in Information Systems / Information Technology / Mathematics or related field and nine (9) years of experience. Masters and 7 years of experience
  • Candidates must be a US Citizen
  • Candidates must have a secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
  • IAT Level 1 (CompTIA Security + and CCNA) certification (can be obtained within 30 days of hire)
  • Must have experience with at least one of the following: Java, JavaScript or Python
  • Must have experience with at least one of the following: node.js, D3.js, or React
  • Must have experience with Cloud technologies such as AWS or Azure
  • Must have experience with SQL/Database
  • Must have experience with Linux and Shell scripting
  • Database / Java - Big data experience using Postgres on Mongo
  • Although not required, familiarity with Apache NiFi is preferred
  • Comprehending of design patterns that are object-oriented
  • SQL / Database integration experience
  • Familiar with Linux commands and shell scripting
  • Experience building data-driven applications with an understanding of ETL and data pipelines that support them
  • Experience working with Cloud technologies such as Azure and AWS Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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