Principal Software Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Annapolis Junction, MD
Salary
$212,500–$287,500 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

General Dynamics currently has 1377 open roles on FindRole.

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JOB TITLE: Principal Software Engineer- TS/SCI w/Poly The Principal Software Engineer joins the software engineering team to develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems for mission-critical government projects. This role involves designing and coding new features, debugging existing software, and integrating components into new operating environments. Key responsibilities include analyzing user requirements, developing algorithms to meet performance standards, and managing hardware/software tradeoffs. The engineer will utilize C/C++, Java, Python, and C# for Windows or UNIX applications. Technical proficiency in Docker, Artifactory, Terraform, Ansible, and Packer is required for DevOps tasks, alongside experience with Jenkins and Bamboo for CI/CD pipelines. The work focuses on processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems based on documented requirements.

What does a Software Engineer earn in Maryland?

Median $175875 from 52 postings across 10 companies.

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Skills

C++ Python Java Docker Terraform Ansible Jenkins Bamboo Artifactory Packer Dev Ops C# UNIX Windows Software Design Algorithms

What you'll do

  • Design, develop, and modify complex software systems using C, C++, Java, and Python.
  • Analyze user requirements to derive software design, performance requirements, and system flow.
  • Debug existing software, resolve problem reports, and correct defects to improve performance.
  • Build and deploy technologies using Docker, Terraform, Ansible, and Packer.
  • Develop and manage automated CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins and Bamboo.
  • Design and implement complex database interfaces, queries, and data repository structures.
  • Develop algorithms to meet specific system performance and functional standards.
  • Review and test software components for adherence to design requirements and document results.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess a Top Secret SCI with Polygraph clearance.
  • Must be a US citizen.
  • Must have a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree.
  • Must have 15+ years of related experience.
  • Must have skills in C/C++, Docker, Java Web Development, Python Software Development, and Software Design.
  • Must have experience developing for Windows or UNIX applications using scripting languages.
  • Must have experience with DevOps build and deploy technologies such as Artifactory, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, and Packer.
  • Security clearance level: TS/SCI w/Poly.

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