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Cloud Software Engineer (Level 2) - AHT

Northrop Grumman
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Redondo Beach, CA, USA
Sep 20, 2026
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Ground Software Engineer (Level 2) to join our team of highly qualified, diverse professionals within the Western Region Software Engineering Directorate. This position is located onsite in Redondo Beach, CA.

*Please be aware that this position will be contingent upon obtaining and maintaining customer and/or business funding*

The Western Region Software Engineering organization comprises over 800 skilled professionals-including Software Engineers, DevOps Engineers, Database Administrators, and Network Engineers-at every career stage, from early‑career engineers to senior chief engineers and architects. The organization supports numerous programs and offers ample opportunities for advancement into higher‑level technical roles or leadership positions. Our culture promotes cross‑program collaboration, continuous professional development, and a strong sense of community.

Job responsibilities of the Cloud Software Engineer (Level 2) include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Designing, architecting, and implementing cloud software to support space ground systems and operations, including detailed software modeling and design documentation.

  • Writing and maintaining software in modern programming languages such as Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, or C++.

  • Developing, deploying, and maintaining RESTful APIs to support mission and business functionality.

  • Applying CI/CD practices, version control (Git), and automated testing to ensure high-quality, reliable software delivery.

  • Applying strong problem-solving skills to rapidly understand and address complex technical concepts.

  • Preparing charts, presenting data, and providing recommendations to internal teams, program leadership, and external customers, demonstrating excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Effectively managing personal tasking and priorities in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

*Please be aware that this position will be contingent upon obtaining and maintaining customer and/or business funding*

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 2+ years of relevant software engineering experience,
or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline.

  • Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.

  • Experience designing and developing applications using AWS cloud services (e.g., Lambda, API Gateway, EC2, S3, IAM).

  • Proficiency in a modern programming language (such as Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, or C++).

  • Experience developing and deploying RESTful APIs.

  • Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and automated testing.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active U.S. Government Secret clearance
  • Experience designing and implementing event-driven and/or serverless architectures in AWS.
  • Familiarity with AWS security best practices (IAM, KMS, resource policies, VPC).
  • Experience with infrastructure-as-code (CloudFormation, CDK, Terraform, or similar tools).
  • Hands-on experience integrating multiple AWS services into cohesive solutions.
  • Experience working with API Gateway (HTTP/REST APIs, securing endpoints, custom authorizers).
  • Familiarity with ground segment, mission operations, and secure communications
Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00The 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.

Job ID

R10249870

Security Clearance

SECRET
About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines.

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