2026 Full-Time – Software Engineer 1 – Onsite (CA) jobs in United States
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Raytheon · 6 hours ago

2026 Full-Time – Software Engineer 1 – Onsite (CA)

Raytheon is a leading defense contractor focused on providing advanced technology solutions. They are seeking a Software Engineer 1 to design, develop, and test software for RF/EOIR and high-energy laser sensor products in an agile environment.

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Responsibilities

Design, develop, and test software based on software trouble reports in an agile, collaborative environment, delivering builds
Demonstrate critical thinking skills, the ability to thrive in small, empowered teams, and an intense desire to directly enable our customer’s success
Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing code for performance and efficiency in complex environments
Write and maintain comprehensive documentation for software applications, including system architecture and design specifications
Participate in agile execution and continuous improvement
Work collaboratively with multiple engineering disciplines to analyze, implement, and test system modification requests to the existing system baseline

Qualification

C/C++/JavaSoftware developmentAgile methodologiesScripting languagesContinuous Integration/Continuous DevelopmentData structuresAlgorithmsTeam collaborationCommunication skillsProblem-solvingSelf-motivated

Required

Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
This position requires 12 months or less of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships)
Experience with software development, test, and/or integration using C, C++, or Java, or similar high-level programming languages
Experience with Scripting languages
The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Preferred

Clearly communicate plans, status, and issues to teammates and program leadership
Ensure the successful integration of software components into delivered products
Experience in Object Oriented and scripting languages
Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment with time-critical requirements
Experience contributing to a team environment for the purpose of developing creative solutions to difficult technical problems
Experience working in a Continuous Integration/Continuous Development environment; experience with CI/CD pipelines
Experience with developing, testing, and integrating software using Java/C / C++ or modern software development language
Experience with data structures, algorithms, and software design principles
Software development lifecycle experience
Well developed communications skills and team collaboration skills
Self-motivated
Proven ability and desire to facilitate career growth and knowledge transfer
Proven ability to develop technical solutions to complex issues
Experience working in Agile environments such as scrum, scrum at scale, and DevSecOps
Familiarity with MS Office or similar productivity applications

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays

Company

Raytheon

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Raytheon, an RTX business, creates next-generation defense solutions that are smarter, faster and better than previously thought possible.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$16M
Key Investors
United States Air Force
2012-01-17Series Unknown· $5.5M
2009-10-26Acquired
2009-10-01Series Unknown· $10.5M

Leadership Team

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Arunava Chatterjee
Executive Director of Ghost Black Operations & CEO & CTO
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Kieran Nolan
Chief Enterprise Architect / IT CTO
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