Principal Software Engineer

RTX
San Diego, CA, United States
23 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
10 years minimum
Compensation
$118,300.0 - $224,900.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Automation of Tests Continuous Integration Distributed Systems Middleware Integrated Development Environments Python (Programming Language) Messaging Application Programming Interface Scrum Methodology Software Tools Software Engineering Real Time Systems
+6 more
Gitlab Containerization Kubernetes Devsecops Docker Golang

Requirements

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance, * Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.

  • Experience in Software Development and Deployment, including analysis, design, integration, automated testing, continuous integration and deployment.
  • Experience with Java, containerized deployments (including Docker and Kubernetes), DevSecOps and Gitlab.
  • Experience working in a team-focused development environment, such as Agile/SCRUM.
  • Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Strong background in distributed systems, real-time or near-real-time processing, or autonomous system software
  • Experience with Java, Python, GoLang, and/or container-oriented development (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
  • Understanding of networking, messaging frameworks, or middleware used in distributed command-and-control systems.
  • Exposure to model-based engineering, simulation environments, or digital-engineering tools.
  • Experience working on IRAD, early R&D prototypes, or technology maturation efforts.
  • Experience working on Combat Systems solutions.

Benefits & conditions

The salary range for this role is 118,300 USD - 224,900 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

About the company

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon’s software development team in San Diego, California, is growing! We are seeking a talented and motivated Principal Software Engineer to work onsite.

  • Our Culture RTX Careers

What You Will Do:

  • Lead a Software Team of 10+ engineers, both on-site and remote
  • Design, develop and integrate distributed microservices and containerized components supporting early deployable capabilities for next generation C2 architectures
  • Perform and lead integration, testing and performance analysis in lab environments
  • Document designs, APIs, test results and key engineering decisions
  • Drive agile planning, technical reviews and cross team design discussions
  • Maintain Secret Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position will require the ability to access US-only systems.

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