Senior Software Engineer - Secret Clearance Preferred Onsite

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Oakton (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Health benefits and wellness

Internal mobility

Education & certifications

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. seeks a Senior Software Engineer to join a high-performance team developing and operating a large big data system. You will participate in requirements analysis, design, development, testing, and maintenance in an Agile setting.

This role emphasizes delivering simple, scalable solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet client needs. US citizenship and an active clearance are highly preferred, with sponsorship available for

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of software engineering concepts and applications.
• Experience with SQL, ETL, indexing, and performance optimization.
• Proficient in object-oriented and functional programming, design patterns, data structures, and algorithms.
• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze software requirements and participate in research, design, development, testing, and maintenance of a large-scale big data system.
• Develop and deliver solutions tailored to client needs with a focus on user experience.
• Collaborate with project teams, managers, and end users in an Agile environment.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development; adapt to increasing complexity.

Skills

Software engineering concepts

Database technologies

OOP & FP

Design patterns

Data structures & algorithms

Education

Bachelor's degree in software engineering or related field

Tools

Modern C++

Python

Ruby

Bash

Linux

NoSQL (MongoDB)

Job description

GDIT is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our team.

This challenging and interesting software engineering/development position is a chance to participate in the development and operation of a high-performance big data system, and join a longstanding, stable program consisting of a team of individuals using defined Agile software principles and practices. As a Senior Software Engineer, you’ll perform software requirements analysis, participate in research, design, development, testing, and maintenance of an operational big data system.

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Senior Software Engineer at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you’ll make the end user’s experience your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours.

US Citizenship is required. Active Secret clearance is preferred. If candidate does not have an active clearance, GDIT will sponsor the clearance upon contingent offer. The work must be performed onsite (no remote work).

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Demonstrated understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, and applications

• Experience with database technologies, and an understanding of SQL, ETL, indexing, and performance
• In-depth understanding of object-oriented and functional programming, design patterns, data structures, and algorithms

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in software engineering or a related technical field.

• Required Experience: 5+ years of related experience

Preferred Skills:

• Modern C++ versions (C++11/14/17/20) in a Linux development environment

• Scripting languages such Python, Ruby, bash

• Very large databases/big data/data warehousing

• NoSQL database technologies such as MongoDB

• Multi-threaded and multi-process applications

What sets you apart:

• Ability to interact and collaborate effectively with project teams, managers, and end users
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Solid ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
• Creative and innovative thinking with the ability to multi-task

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Department of War Secret security clearance is required before starting on program. Applicants selected will be subject to a government background investigation and must meet eligibility and suitability requirements. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays