Advanced Software Engineer (C++, Java)

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc • Manassas, VA

1d • $124,216 - $137,803 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Software Engineer, you will join a cross-functional team developing and integrating mission-critical software for U.S. Navy submarine and surface platforms. You will contribute throughout the software lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, integration, and issue resolution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 3 years relevant experience.
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Strong C++ development fundamentals and experience with object-oriented design.
• Experience with Qt, Java, Python, Linux, or distributed software systems.
• Familiarity with AMQP, gRPC, Protocol Buffers, containerization, Kubernetes, or Helm.
• Experience with Git, automated testing, CI/CD, and Agile development.
• Ability to learn complex systems and interfaces quickly.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Navy, tactical, combat-system, or other mission-critical software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production-quality software using C++, Qt, Java, or Python.
• Implement software components from system and interface requirements.
• Integrate distributed applications using APIs, AMQP, gRPC, Protocol Buffers, and data-driven interfaces.
• Develop and troubleshoot software in Linux environments, preferably Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
• Containerize and deploy applications using Docker or Podman.
• Write unit and integration tests and support formal system testing.
• Diagnose software, networking, data, and integration issues in laboratory environments.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, Agile planning, and technical meetings.
• Maintain software documentation and follow configuration-management and secure-coding practices.
• Identify appropriate uses of approved AI tools to improve software quality and engineering productivity.

Benefits

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior