Software Engineer Principal – Internal Tools

BAE SystemsCedar Rapids, IA
$107,359 - $182,510Hybrid

About The Position

The Internal Tools team is a multi-skilled development team looking for a talented software engineer to aid our business objectives. This role will expose you to multiple technology platforms and solution spaces while collaborating across several departmental teams. Be ready to create, innovate and be an active member of our team. At BAE Systems, we're dedicated to innovating for the future and protecting those who protect us. The Navigation and Sensor Systems business develops next generation advanced military Global Positioning Systems (GPS) products. The Internal Tools team is a cross-functional team supporting BAE’s mission by developing innovative software tools to aid business applications and processes. Our goal is to innovate the way we work by increasing efficiency and productivity.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related discipline and minimum 4 years of work experience
  • Knowledgeable in the Software Development Life Cycle and related tools
  • Proficient in the Python language
  • Experience with AI agentic coding and implementing Large Language Models
  • Strong problem-solving and collaborative skills that translate to working software
  • Ability to adhere to a hybrid working schedule (on-site at least 60% of the time)
  • Must be a US Citizen able to obtain security clearance

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with Django development framework
  • Experience with full-stack development, postgreSQL, and CSS
  • Experience with script development, bash, PowerShell, or Visual Basic
  • Experience with SmartBear Collaborator or other review software
  • Experience with the Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo)
  • Experience with source code control tools such as SVN and git
  • Experience building & using CI/CD automation pipelines (Jenkins, Bamboo, others)
  • Experience developing in Linux Operating System

Responsibilities

  • Architect, develop, and deploy new software solutions on diverse tech platforms.
  • Craft custom scripts and integrations to streamline our existing systems and free up our team to focus on higher-value work.
  • Translate customer needs into clear technical requirements for new products.
  • Participate in code reviews and Change Control Boards, ensuring the stability, security, and scalability of our products.
  • Proactively identify opportunities to improve our team’s workflows and leverage new technologies to boost productivity.
  • Offer technical support for existing products, helping our team and our colleagues succeed.

Benefits

  • health, dental, and vision insurance
  • health savings accounts
  • a 401(k) savings plan
  • disability coverage
  • life and accident insurance
  • employee assistance program
  • legal plan
  • discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
  • paid time off
  • paid holidays
  • paid parental leave
  • military leave
  • bereavement leave
  • any applicable federal and state sick leave
  • company recognition program
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