Software Engineer III

Sierra Space•Centennial, CO

40d

About The Position

The Software Engineer III role involves designing, developing, and testing software applications for space systems and technologies. This advanced position requires expertise in at least one programming language, an advanced understanding of software development principles, and the ability to design and architect complex software systems. The role includes writing clean, maintainable code, collaborating with team members to understand project requirements, and contributing to the development of innovative software solutions. Additionally, this position involves mentoring and guiding other engineers, providing technical leadership and support. In this role, you will design, develop, and test software applications for space systems and technologies while writing clean, maintainable code that adheres to best practices and coding standards. You will architect and implement complex software systems to meet project requirements and collaborate with team members to understand project needs, contributing to the development of effective software solutions. Utilizing version control systems such as Git, you will manage code changes and work collaboratively with team members. You will participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to development standards, troubleshoot and resolve software-related issues in a timely manner, and document software configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference. Staying current with industry trends and advancements in software development and space technologies will be essential, and you will mentor and guide other engineers, providing technical leadership and support to foster growth and collaboration within the team.

Requirements

Requires bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or master's +3 yrs experience).
Typically, 5+ years of related experience.
Expertise in one to multiple programming languages and advanced understanding of software development principles.
Ability to design and architect complex software systems.
Experience with different software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum/Kanban.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to mentor and guide other engineers.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance is required

Nice To Haves

Strong technical understanding of C++ and Object-Oriented Programming
Experience implementing client-server applications using socket I/O using TCP/UDP.
Experience implementing loosely coupled applications using PUB/SUB messaging
Familiarity with Open Standards such as CCSDS, C2MS, Open Mission Systems (OMS), and Universal C2 Interface (UCI)
Experience with spacecraft flight software development
Experience developing mission management and/or payload control software
Demonstrated experience leading a team developing software
Experience with software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repository, and automated build
Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum
Experience and knowledge of Software Design Patterns
Experience using SysML/UML to create Software Designs
Experience testing and debugging on both Software in the Loop (SITL) and Hardware in the Loop (HITL, on target platform) environments
Experience with Source Code Configuration Management platforms (GIT, SVN)
Experience developing on Linux
Experience with network configurations including netconf
Experience with embedded programming including new board build up
Experience optimizing computer system performance including optimization for timing

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and test software applications for space systems and technologies
Write clean, maintainable code that adheres to best practices and coding standards
Architect and implement complex software systems to meet project requirements
Collaborate with team members to understand project needs, contributing to the development of effective software solutions
Utilize version control systems such as Git to manage code changes and work collaboratively with team members
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to development standards
Troubleshoot and resolve software-related issues in a timely manner
Document software configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference
Stay current with industry trends and advancements in software development and space technologies
Mentor and guide other engineers, providing technical leadership and support to foster growth and collaboration within the team