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TEKFORTUNE INC

Senior Software Engineer

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$113K - $149K/yr

... junior developers. • Consistent achievement of Software Engineering targets (safety, scope ... Preferred : • Experience with Web Gui/Full-stack development both front and back-end development ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior backend developer in Melbourne, FL is $82,474.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,100.00 and $80,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Junior Backend Developer is an entry-level software engineer who focuses on server-side development, databases, and API integrations. They typically work with languages like Python, Java, or Node.js and collaborate with frontend developers to ensure seamless application functionality. Their responsibilities include writing and maintaining code, debugging issues, and optimizing performance. Junior Backend Developers often follow the guidance of senior developers and gradually take on more complex tasks as they gain experience.

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As a Junior Backend Developer, you'll typically be involved in writing and maintaining server-side logic, integrating with databases, and supporting the development of APIs that connect various parts of an application. You may work closely with front-end developers, QA testers, and project managers to implement new features and resolve technical issues. Your daily responsibilities could also include debugging code, participating in code reviews, and updating documentation. This entry-level role offers an excellent opportunity to build foundational development skills while collaborating within a larger software engineering team.

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Sr Principal Software Engineer - DevOps

Melbourne, FL • On-site

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)
Space Research Administration • 10K+ employees

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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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$140 - $190/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Overview

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Sr Principal Software Engineer - DevOps to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located onsite in Melbourne, Florida.

Responsibilities

This is a vital position in support of critical software design and development. Candidate will be responsible for leading a diverse skillset software engineering team to refactor existing monolithic codebase into micro-service compliant architecture.

  • Design, develop, and maintain full-stack C#/.NET applications, including backend APIs and user-facing UI Blazor
  • Refactor existing monolithic codebases into micro-service architectures using domain-driven design principles
  • Implement and manage core infrastructure services (e.g., DNS, DHCP, NAS, and Active Directory)
  • Understand and troubleshoot networking fundamentals (VLANs, firewalls, routing, load-balancing) that affect service connectivity and collaborate with network engineers as needed
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies, mentor junior developers, and promote best-practice coding, DevOps and Software Engineering standards
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and at least 8 years’ relevant experience, or STEM Master’s degree with 6 years’ relevant experience, or a STEM PhD with 4 years’ relevant experience
  • Proven experience developing software with C#/.NET Core; experience in at least one additional language (C/C++, Python, Java) is a plus
  • Hands-on experience building full-stack applications, including UI frameworks (React, Angular, Blazor) and RESTful or gRPC services
  • Proficiency with databases and APIs
  • Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls, cloud networking) to diagnose connectivity issues
  • Must have an active in-scope government Secret security clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated success refactoring monolithic applications into micro-service architectures
  • DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II or higher (e.g., Security+ with CE)
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and leading sprint planning or retrospectives
  • Familiarity with development tooling such as Git, CMake, Visual Studio, and Visual Studio Code
  • Experience with performance profiling, automated testing frameworks, and security scanning tools
  • Background in hardware-software integration or rapid prototyping projects
  • Proven ability to work both independently and as a mentor/leader within a team
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits

We offer flexible work arrangements, learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a collaborative team environment. Our Total Rewards Program includes a comprehensive benefits package such as health, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

Restrictions and Additional Information

Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance: Secret. Travel: Yes, up to 10% of the time.

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About Northrop Grumman

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

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Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939

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