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BAE Systems, Inc.

C++ and Java Software Engineer (Hybrid)

Posted 11 Days Ago
Hybrid
San Diego, CA
Senior level
Hybrid
San Diego, CA
Senior level
The Software Engineer will work on advanced electronics technologies for defense applications, responsible for the entire software development lifecycle including design, coding, testing, and deployment, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and customers to meet specific requirements.
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Job Description
Come see what you're missing. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too.
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. Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company and we're more than 5,000 strong. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.
BAE Systems is looking for an experienced, Software Engineer to work on a cross-functional team and participate in the complete software development lifecycle including designing, developing, debugging, testing, configuring, and deploying our complex, real-time software solutions into simulation and live flight exercises. The qualified candidate will interact directly with current and potential customers to understand their requirements and guide development efforts to meet their needs.
The position may require occasional travel. You will have significant opportunities for career growth in the development of scientific and mathematical software applications and algorithms.
Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
** This position is contingent on program award **
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in a computer related field
  • 4 to 6+ years of software design, code and test experience
  • Hold an active Secret clearance with the ability obtain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance
  • Strong software architecture, design, and development experience using C++ and Java.
  • Software development, coding, and debugging experience across the entire development lifecycle
  • Experience with version control systems, such as Git
  • Experience with Agile development and issue tracking systems, such as JIRA
  • Experience with software build tools, such as Ant, Maven, or Gradle
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate with team members and stakeholders


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Mission planning domain and route finding algorithm development
  • Data fusion experience
  • Experience with any of distributed systems or Military systems or simulations
  • Experience with modeling and simulation software
  • Architecture experience
  • Experience with Cloud technologies and DevSecOps tools such as Rancher, Kubernetes, Argo CD, Argo Workflow, Helm, Terraform, Docker, Jenkins, Chef, Service Mesh
  • Experience with team leadership and mentoring roles


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $112420 - $191070
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 the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.

Top Skills

C++
Java

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