Principal Software Engineer

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• Oversee requirements analysis, architecture, design, integration, and testing efforts.
• Drive execution across cost, schedule, and technical performance metrics.
• Support software verification planning and test execution.
• Ensure compliance with SQA and configuration management processes.
• Coordinate with safety engineering for safety-critical requirements.
• Manage control accounts/work packages and support financial reporting.
• Plan development schedules, builds, and milestone reviews.
• Collaborate with software architects and ensure design alignment with requirements.
• Lead issue resolution across subsystems and stakeholders.
• Communicate with IPT leadership, program managers, and functional leadership.
• Provide direction to team members and support performance reviews.
• Ensure cybersecurity integration within software development efforts., Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. Related Jobs Microsoft Biz Apps Developer - Power Apps and MS Dynamics Architect Guidehouse Detroit, MI*On-Site Sales Loans Writing Power BI Marketing Powerapps Leadership Consulting Management Automation Mentorship Governance User Flows Code Review Scalability Wireframing Multitasking Adjudication Data Storage Communication Presentations Data Modeling Microsoft 365 .NET Framework Data Migration Self-Motivation Case Management Microsoft Azure Problem Solving Microsoft Teams Solution Design Customer Service Business Process Computer Science Safety Assurance Technical Acumen Secret Clearance Agile Methodology Performance Tuning Knowledge Transfer Security Clearance Data Visualization Technical Standard Workflow Management Customer Engagement Development Testing Business Objectives Microsoft Dataverse Software Engineering Software Development Microsoft SharePoint Technical Leadership Relational Databases Systems Architecture Demonstration Skills Design Documentation System Configuration Product Demonstration Programming Languages Business Requirements Business Intelligence Microsoft Power Pages Microsoft Dynamics 365 Microsoft Dynamics CRM Technical Requirements Field Service Management C (Programming Language) Microsoft Power Automate Microsoft Power Platform C# (Programming Language) SQL (Programming Language) Microsoft Certified Partner Software As A Service (SaaS) Platform As A Service (PaaS) Interpersonal Communications Enterprise Resource Planning Scrum (Software Development) SQL Server Analysis Services Ethical Standards And Conduct End-User Training And Support Microsoft Sharepoint Designer Full Life Cycle Implementation Customer Relationship Management SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) +0

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Google IT Automation with Python

• Proficiency in object-oriented programming, C++, Python programming.
• Experience with real-time embedded software development using Linux OS or bare-metal.
• Full software development lifecycle (SDLC) experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to solve technical design and development problems.
• Experience in software integration and testing (unit, HW/SW integration).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ada programming experience.
• Experience with Git, GitLab, Jira for configuration management.
• Familiarity with Qt Framework / QML for GUI development.
• Experience with DOORS requirements management.
• Knowledge of CMMI development environments.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity tools such as Nessus and Coverity.
• Experience with STIG hardening.
• Knowledge of military/commercial design standards.
• RMF / ATO cybersecurity process knowledge.
• Weapon systems or combat vehicle experience.
• Active Secret Clearance preferred.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sterling Heights, MI. Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $64.91/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type

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