Principal Software Developer
Cherry Point, NCJob$134–144K/yrPosted 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed today
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Rivet Operations Company is seeking a Principal Software Developer to design, build, and sustain applications and data services for the Aviation Logistics Department at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, providing software development, system design, testing, database and API support, helpdesk assistance, and technical leadership.
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Overview
Job Title: Principal Software Developer
Location: Cherry Point, North Carolina
Rivet Operations Company is looking for a Principal Software Developer to design, build, and sustain the applications and data services at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina. This role provides software development, systems design, technical implementation, testing, data pipeline support, database support, API support, quality assurance, and technical leadership.
The Principal Software Developer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and providing helpdesk support for Aviation Logistics Department (ALD) software, developing supply warehouse automation software, and designing and maintaining ALD web pages and applications using government-owned or licensed SaaS and PaaS. This role also participates in the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process for all developed software.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop, maintain, and provide helpdesk support for ALD software.
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Develop and maintain supply warehouse automation software, and design and maintain ALD web pages and applications.
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Create and maintain comprehensive help files for all developed software and apply knowledge of multiple coding languages.
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Produce static code reviews and participate in the RMF process for all developed software.
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Analyze and identify root causes of technical issues, triage them, and provide timely workarounds and solutions.
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Provide training to ALD staff on office productivity software and daily end-user support for all developed applications.
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Enforce secure system foundations in support of the RMF, by translating compliance frameworks into technical requirements.
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Evaluate emerging technologies and how they apply to DoD operational security (OPSEC) policy.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
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U.S. citizenship and ability to maintain a Secret security clearance.
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Experience to meet one of these qualifications is desired:
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A minimum of 14 years’ general experience with an associate’s degree.
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A minimum of 12 years’ general experience with a bachelor’s degree.
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A minimum of 10 years’ general experience with a master’s degree.
In lieu of a degree, candidates may qualify with an additional number of years of relevant experience.
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Demonstrated experience developing, designing, implementing, testing, and evaluating software and systems, applying computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis principles, including data pipeline, database schema, and API development.
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Experience providing technical support, influencing solution direction, and resolving complex technical issues through root-cause analysis.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Benefits:
Rivet offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience. For more information about our organization, please visit our web site at www.rivetopsllc.com .
Physical Requirements:
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility, including but not limited to bending, reaching, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. There is a possibility that due to parking availability and location of work, walking moderate to long distance may be required. Possible lifting up to 40 lbs.
Please note: Rivet Operations Company LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Positions functions and qualifications may vary depending on business needs.
Rivet Operations Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.
Posted Salary Range
USD $134,000.00 - USD $144,000.00 /Yr.
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Category Information Technology
Job Post Information : Posted Date* (10/2/2026 6:10 PM)
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