Software Engineer, Entry Level

Naval Nuclear Laboratory; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings plan

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking an entry-level software engineer to design, develop, and support embedded, UI, and internal software components for propulsion plant applications. You will work within a strong software team and apply OO programming (C++ preferred) in an embedded context.

The role emphasizes collaboration, Agile Scrum, CI/CD pipelines, and software testing, with opportunities for professional growth and hands-on impact in mission-focused projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (C++ preferred).
• Understanding of embedded software design and basic programmable hardware.
• Familiarity with modern software development processes including Agile Scrum, CI/CD, and testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support embedded, user interface, and internal software components for propulsion plant applications.
• Collaborate with a software team following Agile Scrum practices to deliver high-quality software.

Skills

C++ programming

Object-oriented design

Embedded software

Agile Scrum

Software testing

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is seeking a motivated entry-level software engineer to join the team. In this role, you will work among a strong software team to design, develop, and support a catalog of embedded, user interface, and internal software components for use in various propulsion plant applications. The candidate should have strong programming understanding and experience in an object-oriented programming language (C++ preferred), understanding of embedded software design and application, and familiarity with modern software development processes including Agile Scrum, CI/CD build pipelines, and software testing. Further, demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and team working are necessary in this role. This position offers the opportunity to grow your technical skills while contributing to impactful, mission-focused work in a supportive environment that values teamwork, professional development, and engineering excellence.

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field.

Preferred Skills

• Preferred degree in Computer Engineering or Software Engineering
• GPA of 3.2 or higher
• Demonstrated understanding of Object-oriented programming (C++ preferred)
• Understanding of embedded software and basic programmable hardware.
• Familiarity with modern software development processes and principles.
• Demonstrated software troubleshooting and debugging skills.

Compensation And Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$63,900.00 - $97,800.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.