Software Engineer I

Lyntris is a defense technology company that connects sensing to action across the connected battlespace. Combining differentiated hardware, software, and mission expertise, Lyntris helps customers sense threats, make sense of complex conditions, and act with greater speed, precision, and confidence in contested environments. Lyntris supports U.S. and allied defense organizations across every branch — including Navy, Army, Air Force, Space Force, and allied partners — spanning strategic, operational, and tactical missions in every domain: Space, Air, Land, Sea, and Cyber.

This position requires an active U.S. national security clearance.

About the role

Research, design, and implement innovative technologies for automating, integrating, and delivering containerized web applications and services for the Department of Defense (DoD) in an orchestrated and controlled manner. Day-to-day efforts include working with highly talented professionals and subject matter experts to design, implement, and sustain mission-critical software systems that provide US Navy warfighters with tools and resources for successfully planning and executing missions.

Responsibilities

• Learn and contribute to development tasks in Java, Groovy, Kotlin, and/or front-end frameworks.
• Conduct manual and exploratory testing to ensure quality across a range of software systems.
• Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and traceability to requirements.
• Support efforts to enhance automation, CI/CD pipelines, and container orchestration.

Requirements

• Currently holds an active U.S. national security clearance or be able to receive and maintain one.
• Associate degree or higher in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years in software development.
• Familiarity with Java, Groovy, Kotlin, or another OOP language.
• Comfortable working in Linux environments.
• Experience with building tools like Gradle or Maven.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen to qualify for security clearance.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Optional HSA and FSA
• Base and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Employee Assistance Program

Pay

The pay range for this role is $90,000 - $95,000 USD per year (San Diego, CA).