NSW Software Engineering LeadIn the Advanced Technology Laboratory's (ATL) Special Warfare Division, we deliver the Navy's most advanced undersea sensing and communications technologies. The Software Engineering Lead role is a position that will lead software development and support critical integration tasking on new undersea systems using sensor technologies alongside embedded computers running Linux-based operating systems.ResponsibilitiesSoftware Development Lead: Work closely with project leadership to identify requirements, plan software development and integration related tasking. Lead software tasking for all software engineering phases and provide regular status to project leadershipContribute to software design and development tasking.
Support the delivery of high-quality software by prioritizing testing and incorporating testing methodologies throughout the software development lifecycle. Provide technical guidance, conduct code reviews, and ensure best practices are followed. Document and improve process, as neededSoftware Integration Support: Lead software integration activities by working closely with hardware-focused systems engineers to integrate the system's software and hardware components.
Troubleshoot and debug issues identified during integration activities. Support of travel activities associated with system acceptance testing in the field. Troubleshoot and debug issues that are identified during system acceptance testing in the fieldMentor Junior Engineers.
Provide technical mentorship and supervision of junior software engineers.Other related functions as assigned.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or other related discipline.At least three years of demonstrated experience with C++, Python, and/or shell scriptingThorough understanding of object-oriented programming concepts, data structures/design patterns/algorithm performance analysis.Thorough understanding of the software development lifecycle, testing methodologies, and utilizing common application debugging and performance profiling tools.Ability to scope, organize, and translate high level project requirements into achievable technical tasks.Excellent communication skills and readiness to work with team leads and principal investigators to ensure technical execution matches design goals.Experience overseeing a software teamDemonstrated ability to document and present technical information to stakeholders.Must have a professional demeanor, be punctual, ability to work under pressure and have the ability to work with little or no supervision.Preferred QualificationsExperience with high-frequency SONAR or other underwater sensor systemsExperience with CMake and other software development tools in the Linux environmentPossess working-level understanding of Linux operating systems and administrationExperience integrating custom software applications with industrial embedded computational hardwarePrior military or defense system development experienceEligibility for immediate access to classified information.Cumulative GPA of 3.0.Salary Range$104,000-$174,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.Working ConditionsStandard office conditionsRepetitive use of a keyboard at a workstationUse of manual dexteritySome weekend, evening and holiday workPossible interstate/intrastate travelRequired MaterialsResume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter of interestUnofficial college transcript