Secret Cleared C++ Software Engineer

Job Title: C++ Software Engineer

Location: On site in Rolling Meadows, IL - (9/80 schedule if you are interested)

Clearance Requirement: ACTIVE Secret or higher (Can hold up to a Top Secret)

Duration: Long term contract with extensions - Ability to convert to a full time employee of our client after 12 months

Must Haves:

• 2-3+ years of Software Engineering experience with C++
• Graphical User Interfaces- QT or MFC -Microsoft Foundation Class
• Database SQL
• Agile experience - working with Scrum Teams
• Experience Using GIT

Plusses:

• QT Framework- that would be super helpful, they might not work with it.
• STEM degree required in order to convert

Day to day:

Insight Global's client needs a Software Engineer to join their team due to an influx of work and government contracts. 6 different contracts, 4 already awarded, 2 pending but with existing customers.

This is an onsite software engineer role supporting long‑term defense programs. The engineer builds Windows‑based applications with visual screens, databases, and structured code. The work supports internal users and mission‑critical systems, not consumer products. Security clearance and US citizenship are mandatory before starting. This is a stable, process‑driven environment with long program lifecycles.

• Writing and updating C++ code, 70% updates, 30% new coding
• Enhancing or maintaining Windows desktop screens
• Connecting applications to SQL databases
• Participating in Agile ceremonies
• Following documentation and review processes
• Working with testers, systems engineers, and program leads

This is steady engineering work, not rapid startup delivery.