Advanced Software Engineer
General Dynamics Mission Systems4 days ago
Manassas, VA, USASenior
Base Salary
$124k - $138k/yr
Responsibilities
- Provide senior technical expertise and guidance for SLCM-N software architecture and development.
- Develop architectural standards, technical roadmaps, and design decisions for networking and distributed systems.
- Implement and optimize networking solutions for mission-critical systems.
- Mentor engineers and guide software development, testing, and system integration practices.
- Lead resolution of highly complex software and networking issues with system-wide impact.
- Conduct technical reviews, support program reviews and customer engagements, and drive continuous improvement.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend capabilities for SLCM-N.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or a related STEM field plus at least five years of relevant experience, or a master's degree plus three years of relevant experience.
- Department of Defense Secret security clearance required at hire, eligibility for access to classified information, and U.S. citizenship.
- Strong knowledge of software engineering principles, distributed systems architecture, and networking protocols.
- Experience contributing to large-scale technical initiatives and delivering complex systems.
- Recognized technical expertise with the ability to influence architecture and mentor engineering teams.
- Preferred qualifications include five or more years of software development experience and proficiency in C++.
- Preferred experience includes networking protocols, socket programming, distributed communication systems, Linux, system-level programming, Bash, Qt, Kubernetes, Docker, Git workflow design, real-time systems, embedded programming, and performance optimization.
- Preferred knowledge includes SWFTS architecture, submarine systems, operations, and tactical mission requirements.
Benefits
- Flexible 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off if desired.
- 401(k) matching, flexible time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, and employee resource and social groups.
- Fully on-site position with the Progeny Manassas, Virginia team.
- Career development and continuous learning 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.