Senior Airborne Platform Software Engineer

Gogo; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 116,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401k plan with immediate vesting

Paid time off and volunteer time off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Gogo is seeking a Senior Airborne Platform Software Engineer based in Denver, Colorado. In this role, you will design, develop, and test production-quality software for airborne products on a Linux platform. Responsibilities include creating documentation, participating in design reviews, and developing automated tests. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields with over 7 years of software development experience. The position offers a competitive salary between $116,000 and $145,000, along with bonus incentives and benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software development experience, preferably in a Linux or embedded systems environment.
• Work effectively in a senior software engineering and test team.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software features for new products or extend design of existing products.
• Conduct design reviews and participate in code inspections.
• Assist in development of automated unit tests.
• Track project stories/tasks, provide status, and ensure stories/tasks are completed on schedule.

Skills

Strong application development skills in Linux environments utilizing Python and/or Linux scripting languages

Experience as a Software Engineer developing software and utilizing open source packages

Understanding of Linux networking including routing, iptables, DHCP, and DNS

Experience with the Jenkins automation build and test environment

Knowledge of Linux container concepts, especially Docker related

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Git

Job description

As a Gogo Senior Airborne Platform Software Engineer you will be responsible for designing, developing and testing production quality software for Gogo BA airborne products on a Linux platform. You will develop new features, enhance existing software components, and test feature functionality on both existing products and our Next Generation 5G Air to Ground solution. You will be part of an experienced development team that integrates closely with other teams across the company.

How will you make a difference?

• Design and develop software features for new products or extend design of existing products, including selection and integration of third‑party technologies, particularly open source
• Create high and low‑level design documentation
• Conduct design reviews and participate in code inspections
• Assist in development of automated unit tests
• Provide estimates for design and feature development
• Track project stories/tasks, provide status, and ensure stories/tasks are completed on schedule
• Continually improve design, development, and test processes
• May participate in establishing and maintaining software build environment and source code repository for assigned projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of software development experience, preferably in a Linux or embedded systems environment
• Work effectively in a senior software engineering and test team

Required Skills, Experience And Talents

• Strong application development skills in Linux environments utilizing Python and/or Linux scripting languages, C/C++, and possibly Go
• Experience as a Software Engineer developing software and utilizing open source packages in data communications and/or telecommunications systems
• Understanding of Linux networking including routing, iptables, DHCP, and DNS
• Experience with the Jenkins automation build and test environment
• Relevant software configuration management and tools skills using GitKnowledge of Linux container concepts, especially Docker related
• Experience supporting products in the field

Preferred Skills, Experience And Talents

• Experience with 802.11ac wireless networking
• Understanding of traffic shaping and QoS
• Experience with the Agile software development methodology and SAFe framework
• Experience in Avionics and ARINC protocols
• Experience with the DO-178C certification process
• Satellite communication experience

Base Pay

116,000.00 - 145,000.00 USD Annual

Target Annual Short-Term Incentive

Bonus Plan at 10% (% of Annualized Base Pay)

Eligible For Incentive Stock Program

Yes

Benefits

Gogo offers competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer an immediate vesting 401k plan, paid time off and volunteer time off. Employees have the option to participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at www.gogoair.com/careers.

Gogo is an Equal Opportunity and Affidavit Action employer, working in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept of Equal Employment opportunity.

Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, medical condition, or disability.

The EEO is the law and is available here. Gogo participates in E-Verify (English and Spanish). Right to Work Statement (English and Spanish).