Software Engineer (Apps), Principal

AeroVironment • Princeton, CA

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About The Position

As a Principal Software Engineer (Applications) leads and mentors a talented group of engineers in a fast moving, collaborative Agile development environment. In this role, one oversees plans, design, development and testing of software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools. As an expert in the field, one uses professional concepts in developing resolution to critical issues and broad design matters.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 15+ years of relevant experience in Windows or Linux application software development.
• Object Oriented Design experience is required
• Expertise in one of the following: C# .Net, Java, C++, and/or Web UI
• Experienced writing unit tests and debugging code; Experienced with formal and structured lifecycle development process
• Experienced with Agile Software Development Process Management
• Demonstrated mathematical and analytical skills are required
• Demonstrated familiarity with source code configuration management tools such as SVN and Git as well as familiarity with IDEs and debuggers
• Willingness to travel locally (Occasionally)
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• PhD is preferred
• Experience with Android, iOS, or React/Redux web development is preferred
• Demonstrates capacity as an innovator and subject matter in the field
• Experience with FitNesse test framework is preferred as is experience with UAS, drones, or robotics
• Demonstrates understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, database, and operating systems. A basic knowledge of networking is preferred
• Demonstrates leadership skills and sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
• Demonstrates effective listening, questioning, clarifying and summarizing skills to effectively communicate in one-on-one and small group settings
• Demonstrates expertise in 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

Responsibilities

• Works on defining software life cycle development process and requirements
• Develops requirements and process.
• Presents at and leads software design reviews
• Oversees creation of software design documentation according to software process requirements
• Implements coding according to coding standard.
• Writes a unique test, and validate software according to the process.
• Contributes to process improvement efforts
• Ensures team delivers work on time according to agreed completion dates and project schedule & budget
• Derives algorithm design from detailed software requirements
• Works closely with multiple teams of software developers and reports updates to senior management
• Operates in a continuous learning environment and provides knowledge transfer and mentoring to less experienced engineers
• Works on issues that impact design/selling success or address future concepts, products and/or technologies
• Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments.
• May supervise the activities of others
• 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.
• For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .
• We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

What This Job Offers

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