Software Engineer Principal

Software Engineer Principal

Job ID: 2616035

Location: San Diego, CA, United States

Date Posted: Aug 25, 2026

Category: Software

Subcategory: SW Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI

Potential for Remote Work: Hybrid

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Job Description

Description

SAIC is looking for a Principal Software engineer to join our Solutions and Technology group. This is a hybrid role and candidates must resided in the San Diego area with the ability to work at our Point Loma location. Candidates must be able to go on site 3 days a week. Candidates must be able to do the following:

• In a technical capacity, collaborate closely with clients to guarantee the seamless implementation of a streaming data platform and create innovative solutions that leverage it
• According to client requirements, specify, construct, test, and implement specialized machine learning and/or other mission-focused systems
• Engage in deployment and execution planning alongside clients
• Directly support deployment of software on Kubernetes
• Produce documentation for clients in order to assist with custom applications
• Provide tutorials and technical information for product documentation
• Full stack development using Python, Java, or JavaScript for front-end and back-end apps (node.js, D3.js, and React)
• Java / Python development

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Information Systems / Information Technology / Mathematics or related field and nine (9) years of experience. Masters and 7 years of experience
• Candidates must be a US Citizen
• Candidates must have a Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
• IAT Level 1 (CompTIA Security + and CCNA) certification (can be obtained within 30 days of hire)
• Must have experience with at least one of the following: Java, JavaScript or Python
• Must have experience with at least one of the following: node.js, D3.js, or React
• Must have experience with Cloud technologies such as AWS or Azure
• Must have experience with SQL/Database
• Must have experience with Linux and Shell scripting
• Database / Java - Big data experience using Postgres on Mongo
• Although not required, familiarity with Apache NiFi is preferred
• Comprehending of design patterns that are object-oriented
• SQL / Database integration experience
• Familiar with Linux commands and shell scripting
• Experience building data-driven applications with an understanding of ETL and data pipelines that support them
• Experience working with Cloud technologies such as Azure and AWS

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. 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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