Custom Software Engineer

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! Accenture Federal Services is seeking an experienced software engineer with deep expertise in protocol processing and software development to join our team. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive C++ and Python programming skills to design, develop, and optimize high-performance networking solutions for mission-critical environments. What you’ll do: Develop custom software solutions using C++ and Python Design and implement scalable networking features that meet performance and reliability requirements Debug complex protocol processing systems using specialized tools Optimize existing code bases to improve performance, memory utilization, and overall system efficiency Analyze network protocols and develop algorithms for efficient packet processing and routing Conduct code reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments Document software architecture, APIs, and system behaviors for knowledge sharing and maintenance Participate in design discussions and architecture planning sessions for new networking features Implement automated testing frameworks to validate protocol conformance and system reliability Monitor system performance metrics and identify opportunities for optimization Mentor junior engineers on protocol processing techniques and control plane architecture Resear ch emerging networking technologies and protocols to inform future development efforts Create and maintain technical documentation for complex systems and protocols What you’ll need: Bachelor’s degree and 14 years of experience with software engineering 19 years of experience in lieu of degree Experience developing or working with software in a LINUX environment Experience with C++ and Java...