Software Engineer Lead Principal

Job ID 2616356

Location Lakehurst, NJ, US

Date Posted 2026-08-31

Category Software

Subcategory SW Engineer

Schedule Full-Time

Shift Day Job

Travel Yes - 25% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Secret

Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is currently seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join our team in Lakehurst, NJ. The position requires onsite support (no remote) and an active Interim Secret clearance to begin work. A good candidate would have knowledge in any (or multiple) of the below fields.

Computer Scientist

• Experienced with C# development coding and testing.
• Experienced with unit testing, Agile methodologies, and documentation.
• Knowledgeable with both Windows and Linux development/test environments.

Information Technologist

• Experienced with the configuration and management of both Windows and Linux operating systems and associated software.
• Familiar with government lab requirements regarding documentation and cyber policies.

Software Configuration Manager

• Experienced with Software Configuration Management processes related to software releases, software development, SW/HW lab environments, and all associated documentation.
• Experience with Jira and/or SharePoint a plus.
• Version control proficiency 5+ years using Git, SVN, Mercurial, or CVS in a team environment.

Software Engineer

• Knowledge of Redhat Linux , VX works and Windows OS.
• 5+ Years Programing and development experience with Java, C, C++ with embedded system.
• Experience with SW acquisition process.
• Experience with developing automated testing & associated software documentation.

Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Engineer or DevOps Engineer

• Design and Implement CI/CD Pipelines Create and maintain automated workflows for building, testing, and deploying code using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps to compile, build, test, and deploy applications
• Collaborate with Development Teams Integrate CI/CD practices into the software development lifecycle.
• Monitor and Troubleshoot Ensure the CI/CD processes are running smoothly and address any issues promptly.
• Documentation Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for CI/CD processes and best practices.
• Tool Evaluation Assess and implement new tools and technologies to improve CI/CD workflows.
• Support and Training Provide assistance and training to development teams on CI/CD tools and practices.
• Security Compliance & Integration Ensure all CI/CD processes comply with security and quality standards.
• Automation & Scripting on Linux Writing and maintaining automation scripts (Python, Bash, PowerShell) to optimize development workflows.
• CI/CD Tools Expertise in Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps Pipelines, or GitHub Actions.
• Scripting Proficiency in Bash, Python, or PowerShell.
• Source Control Strong knowledge of Git workflows.
• Systems Administration Understanding of Linux and/or Windows environments.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Degree in Computer, Electrical engineering or Computer Science.
• 9+ years of relevant experience is required.
• Technical self-sufficiency Can work independently without constant guidance.
• Organic coding experience, not oversight.
• Must be open to onsite (no regular/recurring telework).
• Minimum of an Interim Secret Clearance is required to begin work.

Strongly Preferred

• C, C++, C# or .NET experience.
• Agile Development Experience Familiarity with Agile methodologies (e.g. Scrum).
• Linux proficiency (Red Hat preferred).
• Cross-functional skills Experience in multiple tracks above.
• Travel ~20% to contractor sites.

Nice to Have

• Open-source contributions (e.g., GitHub repositories, community involvement).
• Experience with AI coding tools.

Target salary range $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.