Software Developer VI

General Atomics and Affiliated Companies; Colorado; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is seeking a senior software engineer to design and develop C++ infrastructure and services for Linux-based systems.

You will be responsible for unit and integration testing, maintenance, and documentation while ensuring compliance with software quality standards. Applicants should have strong experience in OOP, socket programming, and multi-threaded development, with DoD security clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or higher and progressive software development experience as described; twelve+ years with a bachelor’s, ten+ with a master’s, or seven+ with a PhD.
• Experience with C++ application development, OOP, TCP/UDP sockets, and multi-threaded Linux development.
• Desirable: GitLab, Git, SCM tools, Bash, Python, embedded SW development, SoC (Zynq Ultrascale), Xilinx SDK, PetaLinux, SPI/I2C/UART/Ethernet, kernel/user space, bootloaders, and open-source/Unit Testing tools.
• Able to understand concepts quickly, work independently or in teams, and obtain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop C++ infrastructure and services.
• Responsible for unit testing, integration testing, software maintenance, and documentation.
• Evaluate software integration within the computing environment.
• Communicate with domain experts, users, and management throughout the software lifecycle.
• Contribute to planning of application development and deployment.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Observe all laws and regulations in conducting business.
• Work overtime as needed.

Skills

C++

OOP

Socket programming

Multi-threaded development

Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Tools

GitLab

Git

SCM tools

Bash

Python

Embedded software development

SoC / Zynq Ultrascale

Xilinx SDK

PetaLinux

SPI/I2C/UART/Ethernet

Kernel/user space

Bootloader

Open Source tools

Unit Testing tools

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and develop C++ infrastructure and services.
• Responsible for unit testing, integration testing, software maintenance, and documentation and meeting software quality and compliance standards.
• Evaluate integration of software applications with the overall computing environment.
• Communicate with domain experts, users, and management throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Contribute to planning of application development and deployment.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in computer science, information systems or related discipline and progressive software development experience as follows; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Should have experience with the following: C++application development, OOP, TCP/UDP Socket programming and multi-threaded application development on Linux OS.
• Desired skills: GitLab, Git and SCM tools, Sscripting languages (Bash, Python), Embedded SW development, System on chip (SoC), ZYNQ Ultrascale architecture, Xilinx SDK, PetaLinux build flow, SPI/I2C/UART/Ethernet interface, Kernel space/user space support, Bootloader, Open Source and Unit Testing Tools.
• Must have a general understanding of software development concepts, principles, and theory and demonstrate the ability to follow and apply the use of programming and analysis concepts.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and organize work assignments to meet established timetables.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are required to interface with other professionals, to produce appropriate documentation, and to present results to an internal audience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.