Software Engineer (C++ / Networking)

Cubic Corporation•Herndon, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a senior C++ engineer with solid fundamentals and some experience working with networked systems. This role is hands-on and focused on building reliable, performant systems—not heavy architecture or people management. Applies fundamental engineering principles, procedures and techniques to perform well-defined software engineering assignments and routine system analysis following designated standards and procedures. This position typically works under close supervision and direction.

Requirements

Four-year college degree in computer science, computer engineering or other related technical discipline.
Two years Basic software engineering experience to include: language, compilers, architecture, development and operating systems.
Knowledge of programming languages such as; Java, “C/C++/C#,” Product Lifecycle Management, graphics or other developmental software.
May require ability to develop software in a Unix, Windows Server 2003/2008/Vista/XP/Windows 7 and up, Integrated Development Environment (IDEs) or other PC environment.
Ability to use PC software such as word processing, database, spreadsheet and flowchart, and Computer Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tools.
Effective written and oral communication skills required.
Able to analyze and solve complex software engineering problems.
Able to prioritize work, complete multiple tasks and work under deadline and budget guidelines.
Must be able to work in a lab environment and be able to use a computer.
Must be eligible for a DOD Security Clearence

Nice To Haves

Solid fundamentals and some experience working with networked systems.

Responsibilities

Analyzes functional requirements.
Participates in design reviews under technical leadership.
Prepares design documentation for review by technical leadership.
Provides inputs into formal effort estimates to implement software work products.
Performs data entry, writes programming code and implements software applications.
Understands and works with peripheral elements of assigned software work products (run time environments, databases, networks).
Defines and executes software test methods and procedures.
Participates in defect and enhancement management processes.
Participates in design reviews and executes changes under direction of a technical lead.
Collaborates with technical lead to develop design and feature changes.
Utilizes company processes and approved tools for design and control of software work products.
Maintains awareness of delivery schedules and quality criteria.
Prepares software design, end user and/or system administration documentation.
Engages in continuous self-improvement of technical skills and improvements in programming techniques and toolsets.
Recommends value added changes to existing coding practices, standards and tools.

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
company-paid disability (company continues full pay and benefits for up to six weeks)
life insurance options
critical illness and accident coverages
Flexible Spending Accounts
a pre-paid legal plan
travel accident insurance
an award-winning well-being program which includes an employer-funded lifestyle spending account
up to six weeks of paid parental leave
a 401k Retirement Plan with a company match
backup childcare
pet care
pet insurance
virtual tutoring
a tuition reimbursement program
9/80 work schedule
flexible time-off arrangement
11 paid holidays