Software Engineer III

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Englewood (AL); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Englewood, AL is seeking an experienced software engineer to join our team working on autonomous software and systems. You will lead design, development, and testing of complex software components and collaborate across disciplines to integrate software with hardware.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in CS or related field, 6+ years of software development, and proficiency in C++, Java, or Python. A willingness to travel and a security clearance are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in software development.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Advanced proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python.
• Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience with agentic coding tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and testing of complex software components.
• Debug and troubleshoot advanced software issues.
• Write and maintain detailed code documentation.
• Conduct thorough code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure code quality and adherence to standards.
• Support the integration of software with hardware systems.
• Define software requirements and specifications in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software performance and quality.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Agentic coding tools

Job description

Join our team that is working on autonomous software and systems on platforms. The work is exciting and cutting edge for our industry. We are looking to enhance our team with motivated and experienced professionals who are excited about furthering the technology stack. The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and testing of complex software components.
• Debug and troubleshoot advanced software issues.
• Write and maintain detailed code documentation.
• Conduct thorough code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure code quality and adherence to standards.
• Support the integration of software with hardware systems.
• Define software requirements and specifications in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software performance and quality.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in experience in software development.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Advanced proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python.
• Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience with agentic coding tools

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Background in Aerospace and Defense industry.
• Understanding of industry standard software languages such as C, C#, C++, HTML, Java, Python, and Bash.
• Experience with software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repository, and automated build.
• Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and Spiral.
• Experienced with data structures.
• Understanding of compliance, security and ethical use of AI Coding tools

Essential Functions:

• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Hand/finger dexterity for coding and testing.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $108,496.89 - $149,183.22. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.