Defining Possible in software, DevOps, and the cloud.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) in Beavercreek, Ohio is seeking Full Stack Web Developers with DevSecOps and automation experience. We are looking for engineers who enjoy building high‑quality software, automating everything they can, and working in modern cloud and microservices environments.
You will participate in the full software development lifecycle with a concentration in software engineering for web‑based systems integrated into a microservice, cloud‑based architecture. You will work closely with other software developers and stakeholders to:
What You’ll Do
- Support the team in delivering high‑quality software on schedule.
- Complete work both independently and as part of an Agile team.
- Solve complex problems through innovative and creative solutions.
- Collaborate with software designers and engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of software systems.
- Regularly demonstrate progress to customers and stakeholders.
Candidates may be considered for Software Engineer (Level 2) or Principal Software Engineer (Level 3) based on qualifications and experience.
Basic Qualifications
- Software Engineer (Level 2):
- High school diploma with a minimum of 6 years of software development experience
OR bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field with a minimum of 2 years of software development experience
OR master’s degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field with 0 years of experience
- High school diploma with a minimum of 6 years of software development experience
- Principal Software Engineer (Level 3):
- High school diploma with a minimum of 9 years of software development experience
OR bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field with a minimum of 5 years of software development experience
OR master’s degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field with a minimum of 3 years of software development experience
- High school diploma with a minimum of 9 years of software development experience
- Experience with DevSecOps and CI/CD automation
- Experience with Helm and Kubernetes
- Exposure to / experience with microservices, Swagger, and API definitions
- Working knowledge of Agile development processes
- Experience with modern IDE tools and testing mechanisms
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with small technical teams
- Ability to prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish project results
- Ability to comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions
- Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre‑requisite)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with one or more of the following technologies:
- Angular
- React
- TypeScript
- Java
- Python
- Rust
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Elastic
- jQuery
- Bootstrap
- Jira
- GitLab Pipelines
- Experience with relational, graph, or document databases
- Demonstrated use of Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) and configuration management tools (e.g., Git, Bitbucket)
- Experience working with Jira and GitLab
- Experience working in an Agile software development environment
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Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.Skills Required
- High school diploma and at least 6 years of software development experience for Software Engineer Level 2
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related STEM field and at least 2 years of software development experience for Software Engineer Level 2
- Master's degree in Computer Science or related STEM field and 0 years of experience for Software Engineer Level 2
- High school diploma and at least 9 years of software development experience for Principal Software Engineer Level 3
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related STEM field and at least 5 years of software development experience for Principal Software Engineer Level 3
- Master's degree in Computer Science or related STEM field and at least 3 years of software development experience for Principal Software Engineer Level 3
- Experience with DevSecOps and CI/CD automation
- Experience with Helm and Kubernetes
- Exposure to or experience with microservices, Swagger, and API definitions
- Working knowledge of Agile development processes
- Experience with modern IDE tools and testing mechanisms
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish project results
- Ability to analyze complex problems and develop solutions
- Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance
- U.S. citizenship
- Experience with Angular, React, TypeScript, Java, Python, Rust, Docker, Kubernetes, Elastic, jQuery, Bootstrap, Jira, or GitLab Pipelines
- Experience with relational, graph, or document databases
- Experience with IDEs and configuration management tools such as Git or Bitbucket
- Experience working with Jira and GitLab
- Experience in an Agile software development environment
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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What We Do
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.





