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Network Software Developer

KBR

Network Software Developer

full-timePosted: Aug 4, 2026Updated: Sep 3, 2026Massachusetts, Lexington

Job Description

Title:Network Software DeveloperBelong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.KBR is seeking individuals for multiple Software Developer positions to support research and prototyping in future networking programs. Individuals in this position operate as part of an MIT LL team and are responsible for developing software related to software defined networking, routing protocols, and associated software infrastructure. Why Join Us?Innovative Projects: Enable critically important communications over vast distances by being the team member to innovate and overcome technical challenges as we spearhead new solutions through advanced prototyping.Collaborative Environment: Come join a team of enthusiastic engineers engaged in creating the next generation of cutting-edge laser communication systems technology.Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense and/or defense.Key Responsibilities:Development of networking software for simulation, emulation, and/or testbed effortsInfrastructure development including container management and deployment using KubernetesSupport in the development of software-defined networking and/or routing approaches to solve problems and/or improve performance in emerging networksWork Environment:Location: On-site with the possibility of hybrid arrangementTravel Requirements: Willing and able to travel (up to 10%, typically CONUS)Working Hours: StandardQualifications:Required:Active DoD Secret clearanceBachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field3-5 years of experienceExperience with C++ and PythonExperience with KubernetesFamiliarity with software-defined networking (SDN)Familiarity with routing protocolsGood oral and communication skillsAbility to work within a team environmentDesired:Experience with software-defined networkingExperience with operation and/or implementation of routing protocolsPossess strong oral and written communications skills, and ability to clearly and logically present findings/results to internal and external organizationsBasic Compensation:For MA only, the salary range is approximately $101,500 - $152,200​ USD annually. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.Ready to Make a Difference?If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Locations

  • Massachusetts, Lexington

Salary

101,500 - 152,200 USD / yearly

Skills Required

  • C++intermediate
  • Kubernetesintermediate
  • software-defined networkingintermediate
  • routing protocolsintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Active DoD Secret clearance (experience)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field (degree in computer science or related field)
  • 3-5 years of experience (experience, 5 years)
  • Experience with C++ and Python (experience)
  • Experience with Kubernetes (experience)
  • Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) (experience)
  • Familiarity with routing protocols (experience)
  • Good oral and communication skills (experience)
  • Ability to work within a team environment (experience)
  • Active DoD Secret clearance (experience)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field (degree in computer science or related field)
  • 3-5 years of experience (experience, 5 years)
  • Experience with C++ and Python (experience)
  • Experience with Kubernetes (experience)
  • Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) (experience)
  • Familiarity with routing protocols (experience)
  • Good oral and communication skills (experience)
  • Ability to work within a team environment (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Development of networking software for simulation, emulation, and/or testbed efforts
  • Infrastructure development including container management and deployment using Kubernetes
  • Support in the development of software-defined networking and/or routing approaches to solve problems and/or improve performance in emerging networks
  • Development of networking software for simulation, emulation, and/or testbed efforts
  • Infrastructure development including container management and deployment using Kubernetes
  • Support in the development of software-defined networking and/or routing approaches to solve problems and/or improve performance in emerging networks

Benefits

  • general: For MA only, the salary range is approximately $101,500 - $152,200​ USD annually. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

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