C/C++ Software Development Engineer II

RTX•Tewksbury, MA

19h•$66,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. We are seeking a skilled Software Development Engineer II with a focus on developing complex systems in C/C++. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating high-performance applications and will be involved in all stages of the software development lifecycle. You will work in Tewksbury, Massachusetts as part of the Patriot Software Development Team. This position requires exclusive onsite presence.

Requirements

Typically requires a bachelor’s in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of experience.
Experience in developing complex systems and applications using C/C++, Java or other object-oriented programming language.
Experience in a Unix/Linux operating system.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Active Secret security clearance.
Experience with data structures, algorithms, and software design principles, particularly in high-concurrency and distributed systems.
Experience in embedded systems, real-time systems, or large-scale applications.
Experience with multithreading, memory management, and performance optimization in complex environments.
Experience with Network Communication Protocols, Shell Scripting (tcsh, csh, bash), software development tools like Git/Clearcase, software debuggers, and using embedded RTOSs (e.g. VxWorks, Integrity).
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Experience with software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.).

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain software applications using C and C++ for complex systems and applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and implement new features, ensuring system integration and scalability.
Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing code for performance and efficiency in complex environments.
Write and maintain comprehensive documentation for software applications, including system architecture and design specifications.
Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
Stay current with industry trends and advancements in C/C++ technologies, especially in relation to complex systems.
Light travel and off hours testing (2nd or 3rd shift) may occasionally be required.