Software Engineer - Developer

CTS International; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CTS International in El Segundo, CA is seeking Software Engineer-Developer (Experienced/Senior) to support our Satellite Space Mission Systems Software Team. You will develop mission software in Java, C++, Python, and ReactJS, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement software solutions and achieve program objectives.

The role supports DoD Defense Services and requires demonstrated experience across the software ecosystem, critical thinking, and the ability to work in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is required.
• 5+ years of software development experience.
• Proficiency in Java, C++, Python, JavaScript; familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with unit, integration, and system testing in complex software environments.
• DoD Secret Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software across end-to-end lifecycle to meet standards.
• Develop, maintain, enhance, and optimize software for system integrations.
• Document architectures, requirements, interfaces, and designs for software products.
• Participate in agile software development lifecycle including planning and reviews.
• Debug and resolve issues to ensure reliability and efficiency of software products.
• Adhere to software standards and design principles; apply current technologies and tools.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

JavaScript

Agile

Communication

Unit testing

System testing

DoD Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Azure

AWS

Google Cloud

ReactJS

Job description

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Position

Overview

Secret Clearance Required to Start.

Position is 100% onsite.

The Company is currently seeking Software Engineer-Developer ( Experienced / Senior) to support our Satellite Space Mission Systems Software Team located in El Segundo, CA. In this role, the individual will support the development of mission software written in Java, C++, Python, ReactJS. The individual will collaborate with cross functional teams and stakeholders to design and implement software solutions, ensure engineering excellence, and achieve program objectives. This position will support the Company Defense Services (BDS) business organization.

We are seeking Software Engineers-Developers that are passionate about space and excited to work in a multi-disciplined, collaborative engineering environment that supports the design, development, and implementation of software for existing and emerging Company commercial and government space programs.

This exciting software engineer position requires demonstrated experience within the software ecosystem, a diverse background of project experience, and the clear exhibition of superior judgment and decision making to engineer new solutions and support existing capabilities of multiple software programming projects. Demonstrated critical thinking and troubleshooting skills are required.

Position Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards
• Develop, maintain, enhance, and optimize software products and functionalities for systems integrations
• Develop, document, and maintain architecture, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products
• Participate in the agile software development lifecycle including planning, reviews, and supporting customer meetings
• Debug and resolve issues identified to ensure reliability and efficiency of software products
• Perform software development, participate in code reviews, and adhere to guidance on software standards and design principles.
• Implement current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and changes in regulations relevant to software development
• Develop, establish, monitor, and improve software processes, tools, and key performance metrics that align with organization goals and industry benchmarks
• Execute and document software research and development projects
• Advise on software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations

12+ months — possible extension and possible FTE opportunity.

Requirements

What you'll need

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years of experience in software development.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python, JavaScript) and familiarity with software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including systems engineers, hardware engineers, and program managers
• Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and system-level validation in complex software environments
• DoD Secret Clearance

Preferred Skills:

• 5+ years of experience developing complex software applications and algorithmic solutions
• 5+ years of experience leading software development
• 5+ years of experience with modern programming and scripting languages such as C++, Java, JavaScript, Perl, Python, Visual Basic
• 1+ years of experience in a cloud computing environment e.g. Azure/AWS/Google Cloud
• Knowledge of software architecture and design methodologies. Ability to synthesize software architectures and designs that meet requirements, characteristics and constraints

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

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