Kbr, Inc.
Provides engineering, procurement, construction and technology solutions to government and industry worldwide.
Software Engineer (Top Secret Security Clearance Required)
Develop high‑velocity data stream processing software for Air Force research.
Job Highlights
About the Role
At KBR you will work on innovative prototype projects that advance the Air Force Research Laboratory’s mission‑critical objectives, covering air, space, and cyberspace warfighting technologies. The collaborative environment blends product managers, engineers, developers, and defense experts who practice Agile and DevOps for rapid iteration and continuous feedback. Your contributions will have a tangible impact on expanding the Air Force’s national capabilities. • Design, develop, and maintain high‑velocity data stream processing software. • Implement features from requirements through delivery with clean, efficient code. • Create and run unit and integration tests; participate in code reviews. • Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to deliver end‑to‑end solutions. • Troubleshoot and resolve software issues in development and production environments.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸data streaming
- ▸software development
- ▸unit testing
- ▸code review
- ▸collaboration
- ▸troubleshooting
What You Bring
• Hold an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship. • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; 2‑3 years professional software development experience. • Proficiency in Java, Python, or another object‑oriented language; experience building high‑availability, data‑focused applications. • Familiarity with XML, Protocol Buffers, version control systems, and modern development workflows. • Desired: Master’s degree, knowledge of MIL‑STD‑6016/3011, TDD experience, Agile methodology, and Security+ certification. • Full‑time onsite position in Colorado Springs, CO with minimal travel.
Requirements
- ▸top secret
- ▸bachelors
- ▸oop language
- ▸xml
- ▸agile
- ▸security+
Benefits
The position is 100 % onsite in Colorado Springs with standard working hours and minimal travel requirements. KBR provides a dynamic, team‑oriented culture that emphasizes knowledge sharing, problem‑solving, and a mission‑first mindset. Compensation ranges from $92,700 to $139,000 for Colorado Springs, adjusted for experience and skill level, with possible bonuses, sign‑on payments, relocation assistance, and other incentive programs. KBR also offers a comprehensive benefits package aligned with its People‑First philosophy. • Competitive salary $92.7k‑$139k (Colorado Springs) plus potential bonuses, sign‑on, relocation, and incentive pay.
Work Environment
Onsite