Software Engineer Apps II

AeroVironment • Centreville, VA

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About The Position

As a Software Engineer II (Applications) one works with and is mentored by a talented group of engineers to design and develop software solutions to meet customer requirements.

Requirements

• 2 - 5 years of relevant experience in a software engineering or related field
• Strong software engineering skills with proficiency in full stack development including the use of Golang, Rust, Java, and/or Python as well as front-end web frameworks such as Vue
• Experience with relational database systems such as PostgreSQL or MySQL
• Experience with Ubuntu or other Linux operating systems
• Experienced writing unit tests and debugging code
• Demonstrated mathematical and analytical skills are required
• Demonstrated familiarity with source code configuration management tools such as Git as well as familiarity with IDEs and debuggers
• A bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field is required, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Demonstrates effective listening, questioning, clarifying and summarizing skills to effectively communicate in one-on-one and small group settings
• Demonstrates understanding of system design that one is working on and understands the role that assigned tasks play in the system
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
• Required to stand and sit for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain at minimum Secret level security clearance; active clearance is a plus
• Willingness to travel (Occasionally / Up to 20%)
• ITAR Requirement: T his 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.
• Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Implements and optimizes algorithms and software including gRPC and REST endpoints, relational database schemas, and user interface components
• Supports testing and demonstration of components and integrated systems
• Develops documentation, technical reports, and provides report inputs for presentation to customers and other stakeholders
• Creates software design documentation according to software process requirements and guidance from Senior Engineers
• Delivers work on time according to agreed completion dates and project schedule & budget
• Operates in a continuous learning environment under moderate supervision
• Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Builds productive internal/external working relationships
• Other duties as assigned

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees