Software Engineer – Entry Level
About The Position
As a software engineer for General Dynamics Mission Systems at our Pittsfield, Massachusetts site, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for development throughout the entire software lifecycle. This role involves research-oriented work, alongside award-winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security. The company engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, they partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. They value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency, and offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field
- Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire
- Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
- Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
- Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
- U.S. citizenship is required
Nice To Haves
- Agile experience
- Linux experience at the User or Administrator Level
- Proficient in C/C++
- Network switches
- Kubernetes/Docker/Containerization
- Experience with collaborative source control (ex. Synergy, GitLab)
- Experience with software requirements and documentation (i.e. Design, Development, and Test Documents and Diagrams)
- Clear understanding of the software engineering concepts, principles, theories, software development process, and agile methodology
- Clear understanding of the software development process, with agile experience
Responsibilities
- Development throughout the entire software lifecycle
- Work in a collaborative environment and communicate technical concepts
- Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
Benefits
- 401k matching
- Flex time off
- Paid parental leave
- Healthcare benefits
- Health & wellness programs
- Employee resource and social groups
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
