Software Engineer

GE Vernova; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health, dental, vision benefits and 24

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a software engineer in the Roanoke, VA area to design, build, deliver, and maintain ControlST and related software applications and services. You will own the full software lifecycle from requirements to testing and user support, working with multiple teams and customers.

You will apply Lean/Agile/XP practices, contribute to CI and testing, and develop robust components for Windows platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or STEM Majors.
• This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents and protected individuals). GE will require proof of status prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with system engineers, frontend developers and software developers to implement solutions that are aligned with and extend shared platforms and solutions.
• Apply principles of SDLC and methodologies like Lean/Agile/XP, CI, Software and Product Security, Scalability, Documentation Practices, refactoring and Testing Techniques.
• Develop and maintain software components, systems and their networks.
• Analyze user needs to design and code.
• Work closely with the business unit to ensure application development meets product specification requirements.
• Work closely with other engineering teams, partners and vendors to ensure inter-operability and reuse.
• Work closely with the product service organization when needed to reproduce, debug, and fix product issues.
• Design, implement, test, and maintain complex software products that run in the Windows operating system, ensuring quality specifications are met.
• Participate actively in design and code reviews.
• Drive performance and reliability enhancements.
• Interact closely with customers to drive requirements, issue resolution, and customer satisfaction.
• Engage in improvements to the development process to aid productivity and to increase quality.

Skills

C++

C#

Java

OO design

Windows desktop apps

Embedded programming

Automated testing

BDD/TDD

CI

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or STEM Majors

Tools

Visual Studio

Azure DevOps

.NET Core

VC++

Job description

Job Description Summary

This position involves responsibility for designing, building, delivering, and maintaining ControlST and related software applications & services. The role includes responsibility for the entire software lifecycle, which includes requirements analysis, design, implementation, test, documentation, and user support.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with system engineers, frontend developers and software developers to implement solutions that are aligned with and extend shared platforms and solutions
• Apply principles of SDLC and methodologies like Lean/Agile/XP, CI, Software and Product Security, Scalability, Documentation Practices, refactoring and Testing Techniques
• Develop and maintain software components, systems and their networks
• Analyze user needs to design and code
• Work closely with the business unit to ensure application development meets product specification requirements
• Work closely with other engineering teams, partners and vendors to ensure inter-operability and reuse
• Work closely with the product service organization when needed to reproduce, debug, and fix product issues
• Design, implement, test, and maintain complex software products that run in the Windows operating system, ensuring quality specifications are met
• Participate actively in design and code reviews
• Drive performance and reliability enhancements
• Interact closely with customers to drive requirements, issue resolution, and customer satisfaction
• Engage in improvements to the development process to aid productivity and to increase quality

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or STEM Majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
• This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents and protected individuals (e.g., certain refugees and asylees)). GE will require proof of status prior to employment

Desired Characteristics

• Edison Engineer; Completion of LPX, ENGAGE, Teardown Training; Progress toward completion of Engineering Masters degree and/or ACE Certificate
• C# or Java Object Oriented design programming experience through school or work experience
• Experience with Microsoft Windows operating system desktop application programming through school or work experience
• Experience with C++, realtime operating systems, and embedded programming is a benefit
• Experience with automated test methodologies
• Experience with configuration management tools
• Experience with software build and installation methodologies
• Experience with Behavior Driven Development (BDD), Test Driven Development (TDD)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Technologies .NET Core, Visual Studio, Azure DevOps, VC++, SQL
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles
• Prior work experience in an agile environment, or introductory training on Lean/Agile. Aware of and able to apply continuous integration (CI)
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proven analytical and organizational ability
• Strong interpersonal skills

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided:

Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $72,000.00 and $108,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 01, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.