Space System Software Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Work type: On-site
Location: Huntsville, ALMcLean, VAEl Segundo, CAColorado Springs, CO
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 67 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting

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TL;DR · Space System Software Engineer

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The Space System Software Engineer joins a team to develop software and systems from vision to production-ready status. This role involves leading a team of software engineers, reviewing their work, and identifying system improvements to overcome difficult challenges. You will build production-grade full-stack applications and design architecture for containerized services. Key technologies include Rust, C, and C++, along with Kubernetes, PyO3, and AI-assisted development tools like code copilots. You will operate within an Agile framework and DevSecOps infrastructure using CI/CD pipelines. Core responsibilities include ensuring solutions meet current architecture requirements while planning for future functionality. The role requires a Secret clearance and involves solving complex technical problems within a space systems context using secure-by-design patterns and static analysis tools like SonarQube.

Skills

Rust C C++ Kubernetes CI/CD DevSecOps PyO3 Python SonarQube Clippy cargo-deny cargo-audit SysML DoDAF UAF static analysis secure coding

What you'll do

Develop and maintain production-grade full-stack applications using Rust, C, or C++.
Design system architectures and containerized services using Kubernetes.
Lead a team of software engineers by reviewing their work and providing technical guidance.
Implement software within an Agile framework using DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines.
Ensure all developed solutions align with current architecture, operating environments, and future enhancements.
Apply secure-by-design patterns and best practices for authentication and authorization.
Utilize AI-assisted development tools and automated tests to increase delivery velocity.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in CS or Engineering and 5+ years of software development experience, or 7+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
5+ years of experience with software engineering using Rust, C, or C++.
Experience building and operating production-grade full-stack applications.
Experience designing architecture and containerized services with Kubernetes.
Experience developing software within an Agile framework and DevSecOps infrastructure as part of a CI/CD pipeline.
Knowledge of authentication, authorization, and security best practices.
Experience with AI-assisted software development tools and practices (preferred).
Secret clearance.

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