About this role
Position: Cleared Software Engineer (C++)
Location: Owego, NY
Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite
Clearance: Active U.S. Government Security Clearance required
Position Overview
We are seeking a Cleared Software Engineer with at least 2 years of professional C++ development experience to support mission-critical software development efforts in a DOD or high-reliability manufacturing environment. This role will work fully onsite in Owego, NY, contributing to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of embedded or system-level software used in defense or advanced manufacturing applications.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience working in regulated, structured environments and is comfortable collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications using C++
Support software development efforts for DOD programs or manufacturing systems, following established engineering and security standards
Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and documentation
Collaborate with systems, hardware, manufacturing, and test engineers to integrate software with complex systems
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues
Develop and maintain technical documentation in accordance with program and compliance requirements
Support software verification, validation, and configuration management activities
Adhere to security, safety, and quality standards required for cleared environments
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
2+ years of professional C++ development experience
Experience working in a DOD, defense contractor, or manufacturing environment
Active U.S. Government Security Clearance (Secret or higher preferred)
Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including object-oriented design and debugging
Ability to work fully onsite in Owego, NY
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with embedded systems or real-time software development
Familiarity with software development in regulated or high-reliability environments
Exposure to configuration management tools and processes
Experience working with hardware-software integration
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in team-based environments
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About Latitude Inc
Company Summary
Latitude is a Human Resource Consulting Firm headquartered in Hanover, MD with an office in Winter Park, FL. Latitude provides consulting services to a wide range of industries (Technology, Engineering, Scientific, Communications) in both the Private and Public Sectors. We are a contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement personnel agency providing clients with skilled professional employees of all skill levels.
Latitude provides its services to businesses in the Beltway Corridor, Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia regions. However, we are not limited to these areas as we will work with Nationwide Clients. As a company, Latitude differs from other temporary and permanent placement agencies because of the experience of it's owners and the talent and professionalism of it's employees.
With 30 plus years of experience, Latitude's Management team understands what is required to service the needs of the most complex clients and organizations. Our recruiters and consultants are chosen based on their experience and track records within the industry. This commitment to excellence will ensure successful results and most importantly cost efficiency for our client.
Latitude provides each of the following services for all clients and tailors these services to the particular needs of the client.
• Individualized recruiting and reference checking
• Skills evaluation and preliminary interviewing for each employee
• In person screening prior to client interview
• Background checks and drug tests at client request
• Software and technical testing
What you'll do
- The Cleared Software Engineer will design, develop, test, and maintain software applications using C++. They will also collaborate with various engineering teams to integrate software with complex systems and support software verification and validation activities.
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