Software Modernization - Advanced Software Engineer
About The Position
As a software architect for General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll lead and work with a cross functional software team responsible for the entire software development life cycle. You will plan, design, develop, test, and maintain system level software applications to support weapon systems integrated into combat vehicles, ships, submarines, aircraft, spacecraft, and other advanced defense systems. General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) 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, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field and 5+ years of job-related experience, OR a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience
- Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire
- Meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
- U.S. citizenship is required
Nice To Haves
- Agile experience
- Experience leading software engineers, including setting goals, tracking performance, and driving results
- Proficient in C/C++ and software architectures
- Proficient in Embedded Operating Systems or Hypervisor technologies
- Linux experience at the User or Administrator level
- Experience with collaborative source control (e.g. GitLab)
- Experience with containers
- Experience with software requirements and documentation (i.e. Design, Development, and Test Documents and Diagrams)
- A proven track record of being inquisitive, self-motivated engineer that is motivated by solving tough problems
- Capable of working in a collaborative environment and communicating technical concepts
- A thirst for knowledge
- Thorough knowledge of technology trends
Responsibilities
- Lead and work with a cross functional software team responsible for the entire software development life cycle
- Plan, design, develop, test, and maintain system level software applications to support weapon systems integrated into combat vehicles, ships, submarines, aircraft, spacecraft, and other advanced defense systems
- Lead the software development process
- Develop feature roadmaps for systems of software elements
- Develop software architectures for systems involving hardware and software solutions
- Apply technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges in creative ways
- Provide technical leadership and positioning others for success
- Champion new ideas and process improvements
- Commit to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
Benefits
- An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
- Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
- Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
- Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
- Flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
