Junior Software Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Manassas, VA, United States
16 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Compensation
$90,833.0 - $100,767.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Agile Methodology Advanced Message Queuing Protocol Confluence JIRA Code Review Linux Network Protocols Qt (Software) Socket Programming Software Engineering Software Systems Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
+5 more
Standard Template Library (STL) Git Kubernetes Software Version Control Docker

Job description

We are hiring a Software Engineer. Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. That’s the opportunity that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. It’s an amazing challenge. And it’s waiting for you now., * Develop and maintain software for Payload Control System

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and integrate software solutions
  • Troubleshoot and resolve software issues to ensure optimal system performance
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of software development practices

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree, plus 6 months relevant experience., * Proficiency in C++ programming. Specifically, the standard template library (STL), smart pointers, and inheritance

  • Experience working with Submarine Warfare Federated Tactical Systems (SWFTS)
  • Experience with networking protocols, AMQP, and socket programming such as TCP and UDP
  • Experience with software development and source control best practices (Git)
  • US Citizenship required

Nice to Have Qualifications:

  • Experience with Agile development methodologies
  • Software development experience in a Linux environment
  • Knowledge of Kubernetes and Docker
  • Experience with the QT Framework
  • Understanding of BYG-1 and knowledge of submarine systems and operations
  • Experience with Jira and Confluence

Benefits & conditions

  • 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
  • See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

About the company

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!

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