Principal Software Development Analyst

Northrop Grumman

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Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Remote
Salary
$103,600–$155,400 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Oct 8, 2026 (soon)

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $180k
This role $130k
$88k most similar roles pay here $250k

This role pays less than 84% of similar roles. Most pay $150,695–$208,800 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $130k versus about $180k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Northrop Grumman currently has 455 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $117,500–$176,300 across 271 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Principal Software Development Analyst

The Principal Software Development Analyst joins the Enterprise Platforms & Applications organization to support enterprise-wide applications for Enterprise Shared Security Services. This role involves researching, designing, developing, modifying, and deploying software while ensuring compliance with standards. The analyst will perform data analysis, evaluate system architectures, and manage integrations between various systems. Day-to-day responsibilities include gathering requirements from stakeholders, documenting testing procedures, and overseeing high-quality releases to minimize downtime. The position requires proficiency in Java, .NET core, Python, C#, T/SQL, JavaScript, and TypeScript. Candidates will work with JSON, RESTful APIs, and SSO authentication while utilizing tools like Git and Azure DevOps. This role addresses the technical challenge of translating security requirements into functional solutions for cross-sector organizations, ensuring robust infrastructure for shared security services within a dynamic environment with evolving priorities.

What you'll do

  • Research, design, develop, and deploy enterprise-wide systems and applications for Shared Security Services.
  • Develop and maintain software using Java, .NET, Python, and COTS applications.
  • Perform data analysis to support system and application integrations.
  • Evaluate operational requirements, systems architecture, and interfaces between various systems.
  • Oversee testing processes to ensure high-quality releases with minimal downtime.
  • Interact with stakeholders to gather and refine technical requirements based on business needs.
  • Translate security organization requirements into functional technical solutions for cross-sector use.
  • Manage software maintenance and code reviews using tools like GIT and Azure DevOps.

What we're looking for

  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and 5 years of experience, or a Master's with 3 years, or a PhD with 1 year.
  • Must be able to obtain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for positions requiring government clearance.
  • Demonstrated experience programming in Python, T/SQL, Java, C#, and .NET core.
  • Ability to translate security requirements into technical and functional solutions for cross-sector organizations.
  • Strong communication, customer service, and writing skills are required.
  • Active Secret Clearance (preferred).
  • Experience with full-stack web development, JavaScript, TypeScript, and various software management tools like Azure DevOps or Git (preferred).

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