Software Developer

Sabre Systems LLC•Dahlgren, VA

16h

About The Position

Sabre Systems, LLC is seeking a Software Developer to support a government customer in Dahlgren, Virginia. The selected candidate will join the Gun Fire Control System (GFCS) team, which develops software for the Battle Management System (BMS), primarily for USSOCOM’s AC-130J platform, and contributes to other gun weapon system initiatives across the BMS portfolio. Development follows an Agile framework and spans the full software lifecycle.

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline, or equivalent experience; direct hands-on work with a weapon system application or relevant military training may be considered.
At least 5 years of experience with C++ and Python.
At least 1 year of experience developing in or with containers.
Knowledge of memory and networking tools such as GDB, Valgrind, and Wireshark.
Knowledge of the Linux operating system.
Knowledge of how to use an Integrated Development Environment (IDE).
Ability to complete tasking independently.
Ability to translate mathematical problems and formulas into software.
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
Experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Specialized experience must include at least 2 years of continuous support for a major weapons system.
At least 1 year of the specialized experience must demonstrate software development proficiency using at least two of the following: Windows; Linux distributions such as Red Hat; embedded systems such as Atmel or Rabbit processors; C/C++ or Java; or FPGA design, layout, and programming such as Xilinx, Altera, or Actel.
Occasional travel, up to 30%, may be required.

Nice To Haves

Qt experience is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, code, test, and integrate software across multiple weapon system baselines.
Identify and implement software solutions to complex technical challenges.
Track and report development progress to the GFCS Lead/Product Owner.
Work independently and collaboratively as part of a high-performing team.
Support peer reviews, release reviews, and pair programming, and participate in Agile ceremonies.
Conduct data analysis and debugging to identify and resolve root-cause issues.
Collaborate with a diverse Team-of-Teams that includes developers, testers, engineers, subject-matter experts, and other stakeholders.