Sr. Principal II Software Engineer

BAE SystemsTotowa, NJ
$153,377 - $260,743Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Principle Software Engineer SWEL to lead Small Form Factor efforts in Totowa, NJ. The Software organization develops and delivers Software solutions for our complex electronic products to our internal engineering teams and external testing sites. In this role, you will be assisting in the development of the expanding Medium Fidelity Model. In addition to software leadership responsibilities, you will be responsible for partnering with other leads to help ensure that program objectives are met, and that software engineering has consistent, predictable performance. You will also participate directly on Software development efforts across the business area. Software Engineering is fast paced and dynamic. You will need to be self-motivated, and highly collaborative to succeed in this role.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
  • Minimum of 12+ years of experience in software development
  • Strong proficiency in C++
  • Solid understanding of software design patterns, architectural styles, and software engineering principles
  • Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded systems development
  • Experience with communication protocols (e.g., UDP, TCP/IP)
  • Experience with Agile development methodologies
  • Experience with software configuration management tools (e.g., Git)
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong Leadership Skills

Nice To Haves

  • Prior success participating in team efforts.
  • A continuous improvement mindset to enhance Software development through process modernization.
  • Proven performance in software design and development.
  • Experience Developing and Integrating Application Software
  • Good leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to the SFF engineering team
  • Analyze system requirements and design SW architecture to meet the specifications
  • Follow agile methodologies to plan and implement a quality SW product
  • Adopt the use of open architecture to promote interoperability and future growth
  • Implement emerging technology within existing code bases
  • Evolve the advanced products software architecture to be more efficient and robust
  • Construct SW build environments in multiple operating systems
  • Design unit test structures that strengthen the reliability of SW

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
  • bereavement leave
  • any applicable federal and state sick leave
  • company recognition program
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