Temporary Software Engineer Jobs in Madison, AL (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Software Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a versatile and experienced Software Engineer to support advanced software development efforts in a mission-focused Agile environment. This role is ideal for a candidate with strong coding skills in Python and C++, and the flexibility to contribute across the full software development lifecycle, from design and implementation through integration, testing, and deployment. The position is considered career/journey level and offers the opportunity to support multiple high-impact missile programs in a fully cleared environment for military related projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust, maintainable software using Python, C++, and similar programming languages.
• Design, implement, and execute unit tests to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Produce and maintain clear, accurate technical documentation for software components and systems.
• Build, configure, and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate software integration and deployment.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including government customers, to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Contribute actively to Agile ceremonies, including Program Increment (PI) Planning, Iteration Planning, Sprint Planning, and Retrospectives.
• Participate in team and program-level sprint demos and reviews, presenting work and incorporating feedback.
• Support hardware and software integration activities across the full software development lifecycle.
• Apply DevSecOps practices to enhance security, reliability, and maintainability of software systems.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and provide effective solutions in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

Essential Skills

• Strong Python development experience, including building and maintaining production-quality code.
• Working knowledge of C++ for software development and integration.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues.
• Strong team orientation and collaboration skills, with experience working in Agile development teams.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• 2–7 years of experience in software engineering or a closely related field.
• Experience working within Agile development methodologies and processes.
• Experience across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements through deployment.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps concepts and practices.
• Experience with hardware/software integration in complex systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting complex, mission-focused programs, such as missile or defense-related systems.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices for automated builds, testing, and deployment.
• Understanding of secure coding practices and integrating security into the development lifecycle.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience participating in Program Increment (PI) Planning and other scaled Agile events.
• Comfort working in a highly regulated, cleared environment with strict compliance requirements.

Work Environment

This role is fully onsite in a cleared environment and follows a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off while maintaining full-time hours. You will work in a secure facility supporting multiple missile programs, including LRHW, GWS, and NGI, alongside a collaborative team of engineers and stakeholders. The environment emphasizes Agile and DevSecOps practices, continuous integration and deployment, and close coordination with government customers. Work is performed in a professional office and lab setting with access to modern development tools and hardware/software integration equipment, and adherence to facility security protocols and professional attire is expected.

This is a Contract position based out of Huntsville, AL.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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