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Software Engineer (C/C++) - Cryptographic Systems Scottsdale, AZ | Hybrid | Active DoD Secret Clearance Help build the next generation of cryptographic products that protect national security. Our client, a premier federal defense contractor, is looking for a Software Engineer to join a cross-functional team at the forefront of cryptographic innovation. This is a chance to work on mission-critical systems, sharpen your technical skills on complex, high-stakes problems, and grow alongside engineers who are shaping the future of secure communications. What You'll Do: * Design, develop, test, and maintain software for advanced cryptographic products * Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the software lifecycle * Collaborate with a cross-functional team of engineers to bring new capabilities from concept to deployment * Contribute directly to systems that support national defense and security missions Required Skills - Due to the nature of work being performed, must be a U.S. citizenship and hold an active DoD Secret clearance - Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 3 years relevant experience. - Experience in RUST and C/C++ - Experience in developing software on embedded platforms - Experience working in an agile development environments - Ability to lead the software development process - Expertise in applying technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges in creative ways - Collaborative team player - Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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Software Engineer (C/C++) - Cryptographic Systems
Scottsdale, AZ | Hybrid | Active DoD Secret Clearance
Help build the next generation of cryptographic products that protect national security.
Our client, a premier federal defense contractor, is looking for a Software Engineer to join a cross-functional team at the forefront of cryptographic innovation.
This is a chance to work on mission-critical systems, sharpen your technical skills on complex, high-stakes problems, and grow alongside engineers who are shaping the future of secure communications.
Design, develop, test, and maintain software for advanced cryptographic products
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the software lifecycle
Collaborate with a cross-functional team of engineers to bring new capabilities from concept to deployment
Contribute directly to systems that support national defense and security missions
Due to the nature of work being performed, must be a U.S. citizenship and hold an active DoD Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 3 years relevant experience.
Experience in RUST and C/C++
Experience in developing software on embedded platforms
Experience working in an agile development environments
Ability to lead the software development process
Expertise in applying technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges in creative ways
Collaborative team player
Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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