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Senior Software Engineer

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BAE Systems

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$130,961 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 4 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/8/2026

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Job Description

  • Job Description
  • At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed.
We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared mission on delivering world class products to our Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment and 9/80 work schedule. Our company is part of the community and driven to improve our future and protect our freedom. BAE Systems Cyber Security Products (CSP) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will be a key contributor to the full software development lifecycle of critical commercial, Cross Domain products serving the DoD and IC. You will design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance, secure applications. This position requires a strong understanding of software engineering principles, excellent coding skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. You will work on projects that directly impact national security where a commitment to quality and security is paramount. Join us and build the next generation of software that safeguards our nation. In this role you will + Design, develop, and maintain software applications within BAE's property operating system, which is a Linux like environment. + Write and maintain tools and scripts used for automation, build processes, and system administration tasks. + Contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and deployment. + Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including other developers, support engineers, testers, and product management. + Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving code quality and maintainability. + Troubleshoot and resolve complex software defects. + Document software designs, code, and test results. + Contribute to the improvement of our development processes and tools. + Adhere to security best practices and contribute to the development of secure software solutions.
  • Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Required Education, Experience & Skills
  • : + Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
+ 5 years of professional software development experience. + Must possesan active Secret security clearance or have the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. (TS/SCI CI may be required for future projects, but a Secret is the baseline.) + Solid knowledge and hands-on experience with C/C and Python programming languages. + Experience in full software lifecycle including requirements, design, coding, integration and verification. + Strong experience developing and debugging in a Linux environment. + Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms. + Experience performing static/dynamic code analysis.\\ + Experience with version control systems (SVN and Git). + Familiarity with automated build systems (e.g., Make, CMake). + Knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, SSH, SFTP). + Technical writing skills.
  • Required Soft Skills:
  • +
Communication:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. +
Collaboration:
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment. +
Problem-Solving:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Attention to
Detail:
High degree of attention to detail and commitment to quality. +
Adaptability:
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements. +
Security Mindset:
A strong understanding of and commitment to software security best practices. +
Initiative:
Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision. + Team player with a proactive attitude and the ability to be productive in a dynamic/collaborative environment. + Strong oral and written communications skills.
  • Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • + Experience with other programming languages such as Java, and Rust.
+ Experience writing Bash scripts. + Experience developing user interfaces using Qt in C . + Experience porting OSS to Linux packages (RPM, DEB, or equivalent). + Experience with project management and bug tracking tools like Redmine. + Experience with security hardening techniques and secure coding practices. + Experience with automated build systems such as Jenkins. + Understanding of purpose and usage of; cryptographic objects: Keys, Certs, CRLs; algorithms: SHA, AES, RSA, ECC, HMAC, GMAC, etc., and protocols: TLS/DTLS, IPSec, etc.
  • Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range:
$97008 - $164914 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.
  • Senior Software Engineer
  • 124524BR
  • EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer.
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