Senior Software Engineer

AeroVironment • Jessup, MD

16d

About The Position

The primary role of the Senior Software Engineer is to design, develop, and deliver high-performance, mission-critical software applications. This role focuses on building modern, scalable systems across the full technology stack, working in an Agile environment to support complex operational needs. You’ll collaborate closely with analysts, stakeholders, and DevOps teams to deliver software that drives real-world impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 8 - 12 years of relevant experience in application software development.
• Expert-level experience in software engineering across the full development lifecycle
• Hands-on experience with modern programming languages and frameworks such as Java, Python, React, and Spring Boot
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, containerization, and cloud technologies
• An active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Ability to translate complex requirements into scalable technical solutions

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend services using Java, Python, or similar languages
• Build modern, user-friendly interfaces using frameworks such as React or Angular
• Debug, test, and optimize performance across distributed systems
• Support and integrate CI/CD pipelines in collaboration with DevOps teams
• Work closely with analysts and stakeholders to define requirements and iterate rapidly
• Contribute across the full software development lifecycle, from design through deployment
• Ensure solutions meet performance, scalability, and mission requirements

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
• For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

What This Job Offers

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