C++ Software Engineer

C++ Software Engineer

Job ID: 2618001

Location: Chicago, IL, United States

Date Posted: Oct 16, 2026

Category: Software

Subcategory: SW Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: Remote

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Job Description

Description

Information Security Corporation, a SAIC company is seeking an experienced C++ Software Developer to help build state-of-the-art security software. The successful candidate will have at least two years of professional C++ development experience and strong Linux and Windows development skills. The position is remote and reports to the Director of Software Development in Oak Park, Illinois.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications in C++.
• Participate in requirements analysis, software design, code reviews, and product reviews.
• Collaborate closely with QA to deliver reliable, high-quality software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects.
• Contribute to product architecture and technical design discussions.

Qualifications

• Bachelors and two (2) years or more experience; Masters and 0 years related experience
• At least two years of professional C++ software development experience.
• At least two years of Linux and Windows software development experience.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to successfully complete a background check are required.
• Active Top Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications Experience with one or more of the following is a plus:

• Qt framework and related development tools
• Linux and/or Windows internals
• Cryptography or Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
• Java

Target salary range: $100,001 - $140,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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