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Senior Software Engineer - Defense Communication Systems
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What they do
A Software Developer or Engineer designs or improves computer software. Oversees the entire software development process. Analyzes customer or user needs, designs programs, writes code or instructs computer programmers, tests design, and documents programs. May assist with upgrades or maintenance. May specialize in the design of computer applications or computer systems.
$162,138 / year median in California
-13% projected decline
Job Description
Job Requirements San Diego, CA Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified $160,001 - $200,000 Job Description Description Senior Software Engineer - Defense Communication Systems SAIC in San Diego, CA SAIC is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support defense communication systems for the U.S. Navy. Join our team in San Diego, CA, contributing to mission-critical communication technology development, integration, and testing. Your Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you will support the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) for RF communication systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, test, and integrate software solutions supporting national defense missions. Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain software for RF communication systems
- Write clean, efficient code in C, C++, and Java
- Work within Agile/Scrum frameworks to deliver iterative solutions on schedule
- Develop and implement test procedures for new and updated systems
- Support hardware/software integration and FPGA development
- Provide mentorship and technical direction to junior engineers
- Maintain technical documentation including design documents, test plans, and configuration guides
- Provide support as the primary interface between the project team and stakeholders Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience. 4 additional years of experience in lieu of BS degree. Required Qualifications- Active Secret Clearance (ability to obtain Top Secret)
- Bachelor's degree in EE, CS, Software Engineering, or related field
- Strong proficiency in C and C++
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Desired Skills
- RF Engineering background
- Agile/Scrum experience; CSM certification a plus
- Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), such as VxWorks, is a plus.
- DoD program experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000.