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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer - **Company:** PolyCon Solutions - **Location:** Oklahoma City, OK, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Software Applications, Systems Engineering, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Software Documentation, Code Review, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Ethernet, Hardware Interface Design, Internet Protocol, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, RS-232, Serial Communications, Software Configuration Management, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Software Systems, System Programming, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Git, Information Technology - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=33f5b757e24084d9 ## About the Role PolyCon Solutions is seeking an experienced Systems Software Engineer with a strong background in C/C++ application and systems software development to support the development and integration of mission-critical software systems for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This role combines hands-on technical expertise with project coordination responsibilities, working closely with the Software Lead Engineer (SLE) to monitor software development progress, manage schedules, and provide status updates to the Program Office. The ideal candidate has experience developing systems software, understands hardware/software interfaces, and is comfortable coordinating software development activities across multidisciplinary engineering teams. The position is remote, but the Oklahoma City (OKC) area is preferred., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline. * Demonstrated experience developing systems or application software using C and C++. * Experience throughout the software development lifecycle (requirements, design, implementation, integration, testing, and maintenance). * Understanding of software architecture and system integration principles. * Experience with serial communication protocols (RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, UART, etc.). * Experience with IP networking and communication protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, Ethernet). * Experience coordinating software development activities, schedules, and technical progress. * Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with technical teams and program management., * Experience serving as a software technical lead or software development lead. * Embedded systems or real-time software development experience. * Experience integrating software with hardware systems. * Experience supporting software deployment, installation, or field integration. * Aerospace, defense, FAA, DoD, or other mission-critical systems experience. * Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies and software configuration management tools (Git, Azure DevOps, Jira, etc.). * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and pass FAA security screening for positions of Public Trust., * Bachelor's Degree in related field (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline) with at least 4-8 years of relevant experience. ## Description * Develop, maintain, and support systems and application software using C and C++. * Participate in the design, implementation, integration, and testing of software systems. * Develop software supporting hardware interfaces and communication protocols. * Work closely with the Software Lead Engineer to coordinate software development activities and technical priorities. * Track software development schedules, milestones, risks, and deliverables. * Provide regular project status updates to Program Office leadership. * Coordinate with systems, hardware, test, and integration engineers throughout the software development lifecycle. * Support software integration, verification, validation, and troubleshooting activities. * Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and software documentation. * Assist with software deployment and system integration activities as required. ## Related Videos - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard)