Senior Software Engineer (Hybrid)

BAE Systems
Hudson, NY, United States
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$97,008.0 - $164,914.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Testing (Software) C++ (Programming Language) Signals Intelligence Nvidia CUDA Software Debugging Desktop Computing Linux Embedded Software Emulators Python (Programming Language) Object-Oriented Software Development Software Engineering
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Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Multithreading C4ISR Software Application Programming Containerization Kubernetes Information Technology Low Latency Software Defined Radio Docker Vulnerability Analysis

Job description

Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. In Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Systems, you’ll help develop systems that sense, control, exploit and disseminate actionable information to warfighters supporting a variety of missions.

We are seeking a talented individual with strong communication and software development skills, with an aptitude for the development and maintenance of Linux based embedded software. This includes implementation of software solutions and management practices; test software using debuggers, emulators, and simulators; execution of software releases, upgrades, custom interfaces and software quality assurance activities; supporting customers who are deploying our solutions on their platforms.

Help us create the world’s most advanced solutions in the area such as Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), Aircraft Protection, Radar Warning and Electronic Attack for our defense-related customers. Our products provide critical mission capabilities to address the ever-evolving threats to our nation’s security and the war fighter.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Software Engineering with a minimum 4+ years of related experience, or a Master of Science with 2+ years of experience, or 8+ years equivalent work experience in a high-tech engineering and manufacturing environment
  • Experience with Object Oriented design, software development practices, and implementation in C/C++, Python, or other high-level Object Oriented languages
  • Experience developing software in a Linux environment
  • Willingness to perform a wide variety of related tasks
  • Experience developing applications that cover several of: distributed, multi-threaded, real time, embedded, low latency, device control, or Software Defined Radio (SDR)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Experience with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) including digital down conversion, demodulation, FFTs/IFFTs, other digital techniques
  • Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Podman, Helm, CNI)
  • Experience with CUDA development
  • Real-time embedded development
  • Experience with RF test equipment (signal generator, spectrum analyzer, etc)
  • Networking experience

Benefits & conditions

Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn’t a tagline here. It’s what drives us. We’re developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you’re not just building a career. You’re contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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