CACI International

Software Engineer

CACI International$90K — $189K *
Lisle, IL 60532In-Person
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant software engineering experience.
  • Proficiency in developing in Linux/Unix environments.
  • Strong skills in C++ and C with Object-Oriented Design knowledge.
  • Experience with development tools such as editors, compilers, and debuggers.
  • Ability to learn new technologies and work with existing codebases.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or collaboratively.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain complex telecommunications software.
  • Collaborate with product development teams to create and evaluate technical solutions.
  • Participate in systems-level engineering discussions for best-in-class designs.
  • Review and translate technical specifications into software implementations.
  • Troubleshoot and debug system-level issues using lab equipment.

Benefits

  • Flexible time off benefits for work-life balance.
  • Access to robust learning resources for career advancement.
  • Emphasis on character and innovation within the company culture.
  • A collaborative environment that promotes autonomy and trust.
  • Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, wellness, financial, and retirement support.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Software Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: None

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The Opportunity

Join CACI’s Wireless Group—an elite team of ~30 engineers specializing in digital signal processing, large‑scale application development, wireless protocols, hardware integration, and mission‑critical platform development. For nearly three decades, our solutions have supported U.S. Government missions with high‑reliability systems ranging from small, custom hardware/software builds to 24x7 enterprise products used across multiple customers.

We are seeking a Software Engineer who enjoys solving non‑standard technical challenges and contributing to innovative wireless and telecommunications solutions.


What You’ll Do
  • Design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain complex telecommunications software—including physical layer, L2/L3 protocols, core network procedures, applications, and user interfaces.
  • Collaborate with product development teams to create concepts, evaluate feasibility, and deliver high‑quality technical solutions.
  • Participate in systems‑level engineering discussions to align multiple use cases into best‑in‑class designs.
  • Travel occasionally (0–15%) to CACI partner sites, customer sites, or other engineering locations.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant software engineering experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
  • Proficiency developing in Linux/Unix environments.
  • Strong software development skills in C++ and C, including Object‑Oriented Design.
  • Experience using development tools (editors, compilers, debugging tools).
  • Ability to learn new technologies quickly and work with existing codebases.
  • Ability to read technical specifications and translate them into software implementations.
  • Strong oral/written communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Flexible and adaptable to evolving technical environments.
  • Strong problem‑solving skills with willingness to expand beyond assigned tasks.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with wireless protocols (e.g., 3GPP, IEEE standards, ITU/ETSI mobile radio standards).
  • Experience with Python or other scripting languages.
  • Familiarity with multi‑threaded applications and multi‑processor systems.
  • Experience debugging system‑level issues using lab equipment.
  • Knowledge of software engineering processes from requirements reviews to final delivery and sign‑off.

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.


Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$90,300 - 189,600 USD

About CACI International

CACI International Inc is a multinational professional services and information technology company. It provides services to many branches of the federal government including defense, homeland security, intelligence, and healthcare. CACI has approximately 23,000 employees worldwide. The company's mission is to provide enterprise and mission technology services and solutions that best fit the needs of its customers. CACI has been named a Fortune World's Most Admired Company, a Washington Post Top Workplace, and a Forbes Best Employer for Diversity.
Learn more about CACI International
Size
22,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$374.4 million
Founded
1962
5 Year Trend
+7.3%
Revenue
$5.8 billion
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