Defense Software Engineer I

Sorry, this job was removed at 06:09 p.m. (CST) on Friday, Sep 05, 2025
Troy, MI, USA
In-Office
Automotive • Manufacturing
The Role
We work alongside the best and brightest to do incredibly cool things you wouldn't believe. At Roush, you're part of building the future. Are you someone that has a passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges? Do you want to work someplace where creativity and new ideas are encouraged? If so, then keep reading.
We fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense, and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage.
Job Summary:
The Defense Software Engineer I will implement, execute, develop, and test software architecture. The role will provide software configuration updates, troubleshooting, and testing. The role will work under general supervision and receive instruction, guidance, and support from others on the team to write code, script, and documentation for vehicle systems integration using knowledge of Application Programming Interface (API), coding languages, and layers of software development while continuing to further develop their software engineering skills and competencies. 
As a Defense Software Engineer I, you will:
  • Develop and execute in-vehicle software architecture with the team
  • Document and test software integration solutions
  • Assist in evaluating and recommending software technology and language
To be considered a Defense Software Engineer I, you will need:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen to meet ITAR compliance
  • No previous experience required
  • Knowledge of software technology architecture and configuration
  • Knowledge of software languages, technologies, methodologies, API's, database, and Pub/Sub
  • Knowledge of Agile Process methodologies
  • Knowledge of multi-system integration, Internet of Things (IOT), web app development, and distributed systems integration
  • Knowledge of best practices in documentation of software and software development
  • Ability to develop in C, C++, Python
A successful candidate may also have:
  • Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field
  • Experience with In-Vehicle Software architecture and design
  • Experience in software development, configuration, and testing and developing and writing requirements definitions
  • Experience with Agile Process methodologies
  • Experience with the engineering and integration of military ground vehicle electronics systems and subsystems
  • Knowledge of Vetronics systems and application
  • Understanding of business processes: creation, refinement, and gap analyses
  • Ability to interface with software, network, and hardware development & integration teams
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to quickly assimilate and apply new concepts, business models, and technologies
  • Ability to develop in QT
 
Our full-time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, paid holidays, and more.
If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team.
Please visit our careers page and apply by clicking on this link: https://jobs.roush.com/us/en/
Visit our website: www.roush.com
Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/RoushCareers
Roush is an EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories
If you need a reasonable accommodation for our employment application process due to disability, please contact Roush Talent Acquisition at (734) 779-7087

 

Roush Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Roush and has not been reviewed or approved by Roush.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as platinum-level and affordable, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, telemedicine, and wellness supports such as EAP, diabetes, and tobacco-cessation programs. Core protections like short- and long-term disability and life/AD&D are highlighted as strengths.
  • Retirement Support An employer-matched 401(k) is emphasized, with plan features such as profit-sharing elements, auto-enrollment, and loan availability that enhance accessibility. The retirement offering is characterized as competitive and a standout within the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid vacation, paid holidays, and earned sick time are provided alongside leaves for family/medical needs, pregnancy/adoption, military duty, jury duty, and bereavement. The breadth supports varied time-off needs across different life events.

Roush Insights

Similar Jobs

GoodRx Logo GoodRx

Senior Software Engineer

Consumer Web • Coupons • Healthtech • Social Impact • Pharmaceutical
Remote or Hybrid
USA
800 Employees
75K-257K Annually

PNC Bank Logo PNC Bank

Architect

Machine Learning • Payments • Security • Software • Financial Services
Remote or Hybrid
USA
55000 Employees

MongoDB Logo MongoDB

Cloud Operations Engineer

Big Data • Cloud • Software • Database
Easy Apply
Remote or Hybrid
United States
5550 Employees
90K-176K Annually

HiBob Logo HiBob

Account Executive

HR Tech • Information Technology • Professional Services • Sales • Software
Remote or Hybrid
United States
1350 Employees
95K-119K Annually
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
HQ: Livonia, MI
2,079 Employees
Year Founded: 1976

What We Do

With a relentless spirit of possibilities, a challenge-driven culture, and an unmatched suite of capabilities, Roush creates remarkable and inspiring solutions for some of the world’s greatest organizations.

Similar Companies Hiring

Turion Space Thumbnail
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Information Technology • Software • Defense • Manufacturing
Irvine, CA
150 Employees
Fortune Brands Innovations Thumbnail
Manufacturing
Deerfield, IL
2450 Employees
Amalgamated Sugar Thumbnail
Food • Greentech • Agriculture • Industrial • Manufacturing
Boise, Idaho
768 Employees

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account