Software Engineer (Full Stack)

AV; Maryland; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AV in Maryland is seeking a Software Engineer Level 1 responsible for developing and maintaining complex software systems. This position involves analyzing user requirements, debugging software, and leading technical processes.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and have at least seven years of experience. Additionally, an active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required. AV offers excellent benefits including a 401(k) plan and a 9/80 work schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline required.
• Seven years of experience as a Software Engineer.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems.
• Debug existing software and correct defects.
• Design or implement complex database interfaces and queries.
• Assist with developing and executing test procedures.

Skills

Software Development

Problem Solving

Database Development

Algorithm Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Job Description

The Software Engineer Level 1 is responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing complex and diverse software systems. This includes working on processing‑intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real‑time systems, and business management information systems. The SWE 1 works individually or as part of a team to review and test software components, resolve software problem reports, and utilize appropriate software development and design methodologies. This role provides specific input to the software components of system design, including hardware/software trade‑offs, software reuse, and the use of Commercial Off‑the‑Shelf (COTS) or Government Off‑the‑Shelf (GOTS) in place of new development.

Worker Type

Regular

Position Responsibilities

• Requirements & Design: Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements. Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features.
• System Integration: Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.
• Debugging & Maintenance: Debug existing software and correct defects. Modify existing software to correct errors, adapt to new hardware, or improve its performance.
• Database Development: Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces and queries.
• Algorithm Development: Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards.
• Testing: Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components.
• Documentation: Write or review software and system documentation.
• Technical Leadership: Serve as a team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project.
• Process Improvement: Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.

Basic Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Seven (7) years of experience as a Software Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree (Total of 11 years experience without a degree).
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Salary Range

The AV pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract‑specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

Principals only need apply. No agencies please.

Equal Opportunity Statement

AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.