--- title: Staff Software Engineer at QinetiQ in Devens, MA description: QinetiQ is hiring for the Staff Software Engineer role in Devens, MA. Pays $95K–$125K per year. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/staff-software-engineer-at-qinetiq-01a16919-df4f-7ad5-ac9e-21c36af27f0c date: 2026-11-15T17:42:40Z og_description: Join QinetiQ as Staff Software Engineer in Devens, MA. Pays $95K–$125K per year. Requires 2+ years of experience. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/km652s.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [QinetiQ](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/qinetiq?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Devens, MA | | **Salary** | $95K/yr - $125K/yr | | **Posted** | Oct 22, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** C · Some flags. Mostly fine, a few things to check. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for QinetiQ. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for QinetiQ. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $110,000 – $193,000 a year (median $159,000). ## Description ## Company Overview We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR). QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend. **Why Join QinetiQ US?** If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives. ## Position Overview QinetiQ US is looking to hire an experienced Software Developer to support the development of leading edge military hardware systems and products. This is a hands on software development position to create a broad range of applications and products, including Maritime systems for use on submarines and surface ships, and unmanned ground vehicles. The development will follow an established proccess and leverage tools to support the software development lifecycle. ## Responsibilities - Work in a fast-paced environment, on a leading engineering team to deliver Maritime and Land solutions for the U.S. Military - Assist in the design of new software subsystems and modifications to existing designs - Implement well-defined software communication protocols for both internal and external subsystem communications - Integrate sensors and other payloads to new and existing products - Leverage AI to improve productivity - Work with other engineering disciplines to solve complex problems - Participate in software requirements reviews, preliminary and critical design reviews, and software acceptance reviews - Develop products that have a meaningful impact on U.S. Military capabilities ## Required Qualifications - B.S. in Computer Science or Computer Engineering plus at least 3 years’ hands on experience or an MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Equivalent plus at least 2 years’ experience - Experience developing C/C++ applications for microcontrollers - Knowledge and experience working within the Software Development Life Cycle - Excellent written and verbal communications skills - Strong attention to detail and quality - Flexible, self-started, desire to solve any problem - Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD Security Clearance if required. ## Preferred Qualifications - Experience developing C++ applications for Linux - Motor control software development - Experience with bus protocols such as CAN, SPI, RS232, and I2C - UI development - Experience working with Distributed Architectures ## Pay Transparency The salary range for this role is $95,000- $125,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. ## Company EEO Statement **Accessibility/Accommodation:** If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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