Defense Software Engineer II – Front-end Focus

Defense Software Engineer II (UI / HMI Focus)

Location: Onsite | Full-Time
Core

Hours:

9:00 AM – 3:30 PM (flexible start/end)
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizen required

We’re seeking a Defense Software Engineer II to support the development of operator-facing software for military ground vehicle systems. This role is heavily focused on front-end software development, human-machine interface (HMI), and system data visualization
, while working closely with embedded and vehicle-level software.

You’ll help design and build intuitive, reliable interfaces that allow operators to interact with complex vehicle systems in real time.

This is a hands‑on, collaborative, onsite role ideal for engineers who enjoy seeing their software directly integrated into physical systems.

• Design, develop, test, and maintain user-facing software for vehicle systems

• Build and refine front-end application logic
  , UI behavior, and interaction workflows

• Develop software supporting real‑time data visualization and operator controls

• Write and maintain clear technical documentation for software designs, interfaces, and test results

• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues across application and system layers

• Collaborate closely with software, systems, hardware, and integration teams

• Contribute to continuous improvement of software tools, processes, and coding practices

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 2+ years of software development experience

• Experience developing user-facing software
  , GUIs, or visualization layers

• Proficiency in C, C++, and/or Python

• Experience with APIs, software configuration, testing, and debugging

• Understanding of UI/HMI principles
  , usability, and responsive design

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments

• U.S. Citizenship required

• Experience with
  front-end frameworks or UI toolkits (Qt, LVGL, React, or similar)

• Background in real‑time systems
  , control interfaces, or data visualization

• Experience with
  vehicle, defense, automotive, or robotics systems

• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies

• Experience developing or interpreting system/software requirements

• Ability to obtain or currently hold a Secret DoD security clearance

• Direct impact on mission‑critical vehicle systems

• Blend of software, UI, and hardware‑integrated development

• Stable onsite environment with flexible scheduling

• Opportunity to grow within defense and advanced vehicle systems engineering