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Principal Software Development Engineer
Curtiss‑Wright is expanding its team of engineers who build next‑generation network management software. Our platform monitors and controls a wide variety of devices – from routers and firewalls to satellite modems and tactical radios – and presents operational, performance, configuration and security data in a way that non‑IT operators can understand and act on. As a senior engineer you will help design, develop, and evolve both the back‑end services and the front‑end user experience that power this microservices platform. You’ll work closely with product owners and external stakeholders to turn complex networking concepts into intuitive, reliable tools that keep critical communications running.
Location: Portland, Oregon or Remote
Salary Range:$144,100 - 192,100 per year plus bonus
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Oregon. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
We Take Care of Our People:
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition IEmployee Stock Purchase Plan IInclusive & Supportive Culture
Your Challenge:
• Design, implement, and maintain full‑stack features for our network‑management platform using C# and modern frameworks.
• Develop efficient APIs using multiple interfaces (REST, gRPC, GraphQL, etc.).
• Build and extend microservices that run in Kubernetes, ensuring they are scalable, resilient, and secure.
• Create automation scripts for deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting tasks.
• Contribute to our emerging AI‑assisted coding workflow, evaluating tools and integrating them where they add value.
• Assist in developing specifications and plans for new designs.
• Participate in a robust DevSecOps process, closely collaborating with the team to ensure high quality implementations.
• Produce clear architectural and help documentation.
What You bring:
• BS Computer Science or equivalent experience
• 10+ Years1 of professional software engineering experience
• Deep experience with C#, .NET, and modern design frameworks and tools
• Familiarity with virtual machines (VMware, Hyper-V) and virtual networking
• Familiarity with security concepts, PKI, and encryption standards
• Experience with container orchestration, Docker compose files, and Helm charts is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with web UI design and implementation (Blazor, Angular, JS) is desirable.
• Experience developing functionality to monitor/control hardware devices like network routers or sensors is desirable
• Strong communication/documentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and a proactive attitude
Who We Are:
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions is a force multiplier that enables Aerospace and Defense programs to integrate and deploy
next-generation technology faster, reducing program and integration risk through deep subsystem expertise and open architectures, while delivering capability that is ready now and built to perform for decades.
#Remote
No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by ourTalent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.
Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information.
If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Curtiss‑Wright is expanding its team of engineers who build next‑generation network management software. Our platform monitors and controls a wide variety of devices – from routers and firewalls to satellite modems and tactical radios – and presents operational, performance, configuration and security data in a way that non‑IT operators can understand and act on. As a senior engineer you will help design, develop, and evolve both the back‑end services and the front‑end user experience that power this microservices platform. You’ll work closely with product owners and external stakeholders to turn complex networking concepts into intuitive, reliable tools that keep critical communications running.
Location: Portland, Oregon or Remote
Salary Range:$144,100 - 192,100 per year plus bonus
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Oregon. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
We Take Care of Our People:
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition IEmployee Stock Purchase Plan IInclusive & Supportive Culture
Your Challenge:
• Design, implement, and maintain full‑stack features for our network‑management platform using C# and modern frameworks.
• Develop efficient APIs using multiple interfaces (REST, gRPC, GraphQL, etc.).
• Build and extend microservices that run in Kubernetes, ensuring they are scalable, resilient, and secure.
• Create automation scripts for deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting tasks.
• Contribute to our emerging AI‑assisted coding workflow, evaluating tools and integrating them where they add value.
• Assist in developing specifications and plans for new designs.
• Participate in a robust DevSecOps process, closely collaborating with the team to ensure high quality implementations.
• Produce clear architectural and help documentation.
What You bring:
• BS Computer Science or equivalent experience
• 10+ Years1 of professional software engineering experience
• Deep experience with C#, .NET, and modern design frameworks and tools
• Familiarity with virtual machines (VMware, Hyper-V) and virtual networking
• Familiarity with security concepts, PKI, and encryption standards
• Experience with container orchestration, Docker compose files, and Helm charts is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with web UI design and implementation (Blazor, Angular, JS) is desirable.
• Experience developing functionality to monitor/control hardware devices like network routers or sensors is desirable
• Strong communication/documentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and a proactive attitude
Who We Are:
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions is a force multiplier that enables Aerospace and Defense programs to integrate and deploy
next-generation technology faster, reducing program and integration risk through deep subsystem expertise and open architectures, while delivering capability that is ready now and built to perform for decades.
#Remote
No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by ourTalent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.
Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information.
If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
Originally posted on Himalayas