Jr. C++ Software Engineer (Sponsoring TS/SCI Clearance)

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a C++ Software Engineer to support the design and development of data and signal processing systems for a defense customer in Fairfax, VA. This role focuses on building high‑performance software in a Linux environment using C, C++, and Python. The ideal candidate is a strong hands‑on developer with an engineering background and experience across the full software lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and debugging.

Clearance: No clearance required, however candidates must be eligible to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.

Work Environment:

Full‑time, on‑site role in Fairfax, VA supporting development of mission‑critical communications and data processing systems.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software for data and signal processing systems.
• Develop system interfaces for control, monitoring, and status reporting.
• Support software integration within client‑server architectures and networked systems.
• Perform debugging, performance analysis, and optimization of software components.
• Manage system software configurations, baselines, and version control.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support system design, testing, and deployment activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (EE or CE strongly preferred).
• 2–4 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong programming experience in C and C++ (Python experience also required).
• Experience developing software in Linux environments.
• Experience across the full software development lifecycle (design, implementation, testing, and debugging).
• Familiarity with client‑server architectures, networking concepts, and communication protocols.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and debugging skills.
• U.S. Citizenship required with ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in a related technical discipline.
• Experience with communication systems development and testing.
• Experience with FPGAs
• Knowledge of signal processing techniques and algorithms.
• Familiarity with modulation/demodulation concepts in communications systems.
• Experience with database systems (relational, object‑oriented, or flat‑file).
• Exposure to safety‑critical software development (e.g., DO‑278A).
• Experience with development tools such as Eclipse, Intel C++ Compiler, VectorCAST, or Coverity.
• Experience with MATLAB (nice to have, not required).
• Familiarity with GNSS systems (GPS, Galileo).

Compensation:

• Pay Band: $100,000 - $125,000 (Pay based on years of experience and education)

Benefits: 

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision.
• 25% 401k Match.
• 25% IBA.
• 8 weeks paid time off +11 federal holidays, and sick leave.
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement.

Application Period: Opens on 05/21/2026 and will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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