Associate Engineer - Software

Posted:
4/7/2026, 11:37:55 PM

Location(s):
Danbury, Connecticut, United States ⋅ Connecticut, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

Job Title: Associate Engineer - Software

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

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The Opportunity:
The​​ Software Engineer is responsible for developing system requirements and designs, researching processing techniques, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, while following testing and validation standards, translating requirements into software components, and driving system improvements and innovation. 

Responsibilities:

  • Develop requirements, design, and specifications for architecting  
  • ​Research, advise and develop appropriate processing techniques for various control applications. 
  • ​Work with multidisciplinary teams to create and successfully deliver integrated products. 
  • ​Follow standard development practices for testing and validating drivers. 
  • ​Working with product managers, architects, and other engineers to translate requirements into well-designed software components 
  • ​Identifying opportunities to improve existing systems, develop new features, and leverage emerging technologies​​​​​ 


Qualifications:

Required: 

  • Bachelor’s in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering or similar ​
  • Experience working with embedded systems and low-level hardware development​​ 
  • Experience in embedded systems design and development 
  • Knowledge of sensor technologies and control applications preferred  
  • Proficiency in software development and driver testing methodologies 
  • Industry experience preferred  

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Pre-employment Screenings:

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.


Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$66,700 - $133,300

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.