Software Engineer 2

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc.; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer 2 for a contract opportunity located in Redondo Beach, California. This position demands strong Object-Oriented programming skills, particularly in C++. Responsibilities include working in an Agile team and developing software solutions to support national security missions.

The ideal candidate will have a STEM degree with relevant experience, and be a U.S. citizen due to security clearance requirements. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in complex problem-solving in a sensitive environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience or equivalent education in STEM required.
• U.S. citizenship necessary for security clearance.
• Advanced Object-Oriented skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop software in a fast-paced Agile team.
• Design and unit test new software capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software discrepancies.

Skills

C++ programming

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Atlassian Tool Suite

Git

Job description

Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Software Engineer 2's for a contract opportunity in Redondo Beach, CA.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5-8 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 3-6 years of experience or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 1-4 years of experience. An additional 4 years of relevant SW experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Active SSBI required at the time of application, and the ability to obtain SCI prior to start date.
• Advanced Object-Oriented programming skills and proficiency with C++ programming.
• Knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system.
• Demonstrated problem solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.
• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Looking for an Intermediate to Senior Software Engineer to support our Ground Solutions and Mission Support (GSMS) Software (SW) Integrated Project Team (IPT). The SW IPT is a large restricted group executing across both Development and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) contracts and focuses on the development and sustainment of several mission operational SW product lines, as well as the development of new capabilities as coordinated with their restricted SCI Customer. The SW IPT is a large team comprising of multiple subsystems, each with a specialized SW focus.

We are looking for an energetic and passionate software engineer to join our diverse and highly skilled team as we work to provide innovative solutions to complex issues in support of our Customer's national security mission in the areas of Next Generation Ground Systems, Ground Element Modernization (GEM), and SW deliveries to CONUS and OCONUS operational sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a C++ SW developer in a fast-paced agile team environment comprised of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) VMs, servers, and workstations.
• Design, code, and unit test new SW capabilities per Mathematical Algorithm Requirements (MARs).
• Identify, troubleshoot, and provide/turnover SW fixes to Discrepancy Reports (DRs).
• Collaborate with SW IPT subject matter experts (SMEs) and senior staff engineers across multiple SW subsystems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• DevSecOps Test Automation experience.
• Experience with programming/scripting languages: C, C++, Java, Python, Perl.
• Strong in math and algorithms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with all levels of employees, management, and stakeholders.
• Previous participation on an Agile scrum team or familiarity with the Agile process.
• Familiarity with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, Bamboo).
• Experience developing in a Linux environment using git.
• Active SCI security clearance.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• School must be accredited.

HOURS

9/80A schedule. This position is 100% on-site in a Sensitive Compartmented Investigation Facility (SCIF) located in Redondo Beach, CA.