Principal Software Engineer
BAE Systems
Austin, TX · Posted November 3, 2026
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November 2026
- #1Best cities for professional services pay after cost of living$168k · of 25
- #1Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the Southwest493 jobs · of 38
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About the job
Exciting opportunity for a Principal Software Engineer to design, develop, and test advanced software for controlling and processing RF signals in a critical electronic warfare context. Lead the implementation of high-performance algorithms and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ideal for experienced software developers with strong C/C++ and Linux expertise.