Advanced Software Engineer (C++, Java)
General Dynamics Mission Systems24 hours ago
Manassas, VA, USASenior
Base Salary
$124k - $138k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain production-quality software using C++, Qt, Java, or Python.
- Implement software components from system and interface requirements.
- Integrate distributed applications using AMQP, gRPC, Protocol Buffers, APIs, and data-driven interfaces.
- Develop and troubleshoot software in Linux environments, preferably Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
- Containerize and deploy applications using Docker or Podman.
- Write unit and integration tests and support formal system testing.
- Diagnose software, networking, data, and integration issues in laboratory environments.
- Participate in code reviews, design discussions, Agile planning, and technical meetings.
- Maintain software documentation and follow configuration-management and secure-coding practices.
- Identify appropriate uses of approved AI tools to improve software quality and engineering productivity.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or a related STEM field plus 5 years of relevant experience, or a master's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience.
- Strong C++ development fundamentals and experience with object-oriented design.
- Experience with Qt, Java, Python, Linux, or distributed software systems.
- Familiarity with AMQP, gRPC, Protocol Buffers, containerization, Kubernetes, or Helm.
- Experience with Git, automated testing, CI/CD, and Agile development.
- U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance required at time of hire.
- U.S. citizenship and eligibility for access to classified information are required.
- Experience with Navy, tactical, combat-system, or other mission-critical software is preferred.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and ability to learn complex systems and interfaces quickly.
Benefits
- Fully on-site position with the Progeny Manassas, Virginia team.
- Optional 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
- 401(k) matching, flexible time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, and health and wellness programs.
- Employee resource and social groups, plus ongoing learning and development opportunities.
About General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and manufactures secure communications, C4ISR, cyber defense, and maritime/underwater systems used across land, sea, air, space, and cyber domains. It sells integrated hardware and software to U.S. and allied defense and intelligence agencies under government contracts and long-term programs. The company is headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, and operates as a business unit of General Dynamics.