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Starfish

Senior Software Developer

Huntsville, AL

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Role family
Engineering
Seniority
Senior
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
1 Oct 2026

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Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies is seeking a highly motivated Senior Software Developer to support advanced defense and engineering programs. This role involves developing analytical tools, performing system-level evaluations, and contributing to mission-critical solutions in a fast-paced, technical environment. The ideal candidate has a strong analytical and problem-solving skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering challenges.

As a Senior Software Developer your duties will include, but are not limited to:

  • Develops and applies advanced methods, theories and research techniques in the investigation and solution of advanced system requirements and problems.
  • Developing and reviewing plans and reports to ensure system and software operations comply with requirements and design specifications.
  • Perform system-level analysis to identify performance issues and optimization opportunities.
  • Performing detailed performance analyses, generating actionable insights, and recommending architectural or algorithmic improvements.
  • Translate technical requirements into simulation configurations and test cases within virtualized environments.
  • Analyze large datasets to identify trends, bottlenecks, and system inefficiencies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to improve system performance and reliability.
  • Support troubleshooting efforts across distributed systems and infrastructure.
  • Contribute technical documentation, reports, and customer deliverables.
  • Assist in planning and executing engineering tasks to meet program deadlines.

Required Qualifications:

  • US Citizenship.
  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree Computer Science, Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Experience: 12 years of progressively complex software engineering experience.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with multiple software languages and the software development lifecycle.
  • Experience with system analysis, data processing, C2 or radar/sensor systems.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience supporting system testing, validation, or verification efforts.
  • Ability to participate in customer meetings, document findings, and remediate issues.
  • Candidate must currently possess a DoW SECRET clearance.

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Customer- site: No telework option available

Travel: Yes, 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

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Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Careers Link as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to HR@torchtechnologies.com. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.

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