Network Software Developer
Company websitekbr.com (KBR, opens in new tab)
Base salary $101,500 to $152,200
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Lexington, MA
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- LocationLexington, MA
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Title:
Network Software DeveloperBelong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.
KBR is seeking individuals for multiple Software Developer positions to support research and prototyping in future networking programs. Individuals in this position operate as part of an MIT LL team and are responsible for developing software related to software defined networking, routing protocols, and associated software infrastructure.
Why Join Us?
Innovative Projects: Enable critically important communications over vast distances by being the team member to innovate and overcome technical challenges as we spearhead new solutions through advanced prototyping.
Collaborative Environment: Come join a team of enthusiastic engineers engaged in creating the next generation of cutting-edge laser communication systems technology.
Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense and/or defense.
Key Responsibilities:
Development of networking software for simulation, emulation, and/or testbed efforts
Infrastructure development including container management and deployment using Kubernetes
Support in the development of software-defined networking and/or routing approaches to solve problems and/or improve performance in emerging networks
Work Environment:
Location: On-site with the possibility of hybrid arrangement
Travel Requirements: Willing and able to travel (up to 10%, typically CONUS)
Working Hours: Standard
Qualifications:
Required:
Active DoD Secret clearance
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
3-5 years of experience
Experience with C++ and Python
Experience with Kubernetes
Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN)
Familiarity with routing protocols
Good oral and communication skills
Ability to work within a team environment
Desired:
Experience with software-defined networking
Experience with operation and/or implementation of routing protocols
Possess strong oral and written communications skills, and ability to clearly and logically present findings/results to internal and external organizations
Basic Compensation:
For MA only, the salary range is approximately $101,500 - $152,200 USD annually. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Source: KBR on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($101,500) is above 1% of the 415 Software Engineering roles in Massachusetts listed on this site. Their median floor is $150,000; the middle half runs from $131,757 to $172,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.
This listingNetwork Software Developer$101,500 to $152,200
TACOM (WVA): Industrial Engineer (Contingency)$102,000 to $152,900
TACOM (WVA): Mechanical Engineer (Contingency)$102,400 to $153,600
TACOM (WVA): General Engineer (Planner) (Contingency)$102,500 to $153,800
Logistics Manager ( Contingency )$102,600 to $153,900
Infrastructure Coordinator / NAVFAC Liaison$100K to $150K
Acquisition Specialists – Space SystemsFrom $100K
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Network Software Developer (this listing) | $101,500 - $152,200 |
| TACOM (WVA): Industrial Engineer (Contingency) | $102,000 - $152,900 |
| TACOM (WVA): Mechanical Engineer (Contingency) | $102,400 - $153,600 |
| TACOM (WVA): General Engineer (Planner) (Contingency) | $102,500 - $153,800 |
| Logistics Manager ( Contingency ) | $102,600 - $153,900 |
| Infrastructure Coordinator / NAVFAC Liaison | $100K - $150K |
| Acquisition Specialists – Space Systems | From $100K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
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- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-07-14
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Location as the employer wrote it: Lexington, Massachusetts
For MA only, the salary range is approximately $101,500 - $152,200 USD annually. The offered rate will be based on the selecte
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