Senior Software Developer

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP); Energy (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary

401(k) Savings & Capital Accumulation

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Assistance

EAP

Job summary

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory seeks a Software Developer with a strong QA emphasis to support the NRF Custom Application Team. You will contribute to application development with QA practices, design and execute test plans, and collaborate with the team to ensure high-quality software delivery.

Key duties include coding with a QA mindset, evaluating testing tools, embedding tests, and developing robust test plans while aligning with user needs and functional requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree with relevant experience.
• Minimum years of experience as stated: 6 with a Bachelor's or 4 with a Master's.
• Proven QA/testing-focused software development background.

Responsibilities

• Participate in coding and application development with a QA-focused approach.
• Evaluate and implement software testing tools and frameworks.
• Embed automated and manual tests into development processes.
• Develop, write, and execute comprehensive software test plans.
• Collaborate with users and stakeholders to meet requirements.

Skills

QA and testing

.NET

React

Cypress

Test-driven development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Cypress

Oracle/SQL Server

Job description

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

The Process Improvement and Engineering Support (PIES) unit at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is seeking a Software Developer with a strong emphasis on Quality Assurance (QA) to support the NRF Custom Application Team. In this role, you will be responsible for contributing application development with a QA driven mindset, integrating QA practices throughout the software development lifecycle, designing and executing test plans for new applications and features, and collaborating closely with the development team to ensure high standards and reliable software delivery.

As a key member of the team, you will:

• Participate in coding and application development with a QA-focused approach
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement software testing tools and frameworks
• Embed automated and manual tests into application development processes
• Continuously enhance QA strategies and testing methodologies to improve product quality
• Develop, write, and execute comprehensive software test plans
• Work closely with users and stakeholders to ensure software meets functional and quality requirements

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

Proven experience as a software developer with a focus on QA and testing, including:

• Experience with .Net, React, and Cypress or related frameworks
• Test-driven development skills
• Implementation of testing programs and processes
• Preparation and analysis of testing reports
• Oracle or SQL Server database development or testing

Compensation And Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$95,700.00 - $149,600.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.