Principal Software Developer, Hypervelocity/C++
About The Position
Amentum is seeking software engineering professionals with a computer science or related educational background and/or equivalent experience to support software system engineering efforts for Naval projects at Dahlgren, VA. This on-site position in Dahlgren, Virginia, continues over 50 years of support to the customer. The successful candidate will join a growing systems & software engineering team, contributing diverse skillsets across multiple software and systems engineering contracts within the Software Center of Excellence. The role involves solving complex Digital Engineering challenges, applying skills to the latest DoW weapons and sensor systems, modernizing the Navy, and contributing to mission success. Excellent communication skills are required for direct interaction with customers and engineering personnel.
Requirements
- Computer Science and a math/physics/aerospace engineering background with a BS degree in either Computer Science, Math, Physics, Aerospace engineering, or engineering (degree requirement can be substituted with applicable experience)
- 10+ years of experience
- Maintain a valid Real ID drivers license required for access to customer site and have access to reliable transportation as this position requires occasional travel between local worksites during the week
- Active SECRET US Government Clearance
- US Citizenship is required to obtain a SECRET Clearance
- 3+ years of C++ experience
- Experience with C++, Python, and Java
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Agile Development such as Scrum or LeSS
- Familiarity with toolsets such as – podman/docker, JFrog, Junit, Jenkins, Git/Gitlab, Visual Studio, VMWare, JIRA Bitbucket, Confluence
Responsibilities
- Providing software/engineering solutions and system development using Agile development principles
- Performing analysis and problem-solving techniques in support of professional scientific/engineering work
- Working independently and with others within established teams, across organizations, to meet established goals within schedule driven timelines
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
- Educational reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tax-saving options
- Disability and life insurance
- Pet insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
