Software Engineer- Newport, RI

Serco; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Robust vacation and sick leave

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Additional voluntary coverages

Job summary

Serco is seeking experienced Software Engineers to join the AMSTC team in Newport, RI. You will design, develop, and test advanced unmanned underwater vehicle systems for critical military programs, focusing on software sustainment, system integration, and DevOps in a controlled environment.

You will lead initiatives supporting NUWC and Navy programs, with opportunities to contribute to architecture, testing, and deployment across mission scenarios and configurations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 2 years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Ability to obtain or transfer a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Strong programming experience in C++ and Python.
• Proficiency with Linux/Unix and Git-based workflows.
• Experience with CI/CD, DDS middleware, and containerization (Docker).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to government and external user communities.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance core simulation software (PCX).
• Design, implement, and maintain automated simulation and test pipelines.
• Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines in secure environments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure system performance and compliance.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

Distributed systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Git

GitLab

Docker

Google Test

CI/CD

DDS middleware

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

Serco is seeking experienced Software Engineers to join the AMSTC team in Newport, RI. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and testing of advanced unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) systems for critical military programs. This role supports both internal R&D efforts and external stakeholders, with a focus on software sustainment, system integration, and DevOps pipeline management. This position requires the ability to work in a controlled and compliance-driven environment while supporting mission‑critical capabilities.

Serco supports the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), including support for the design, acquisition, testing and sustainment of naval undersea warfare systems. You will be leading a team that works closely with the customer to deliver management, engineering, acquisition, and logistics support required to conduct system upgrades, maintenance, and sustainment in support of autonomous underwater vehicles. Serco has been supporting the Naval Sea Systems Command for over 50 years and has been recognized by the Navy for their outstanding contributions.

The position is contingent upon the ability to maintain or transfer a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

In This Role, You Will

• Provide technical support to government and external user communities, including troubleshooting, issue resolution, and user engagement
• Develop, maintain, and enhance core simulation software (PCX), including implementation of bug fixes and new capabilities
• Conduct code audits and enforce software quality standards as part of the integration process with R&D development teams
• Prepare, validate, and release software builds for external distribution in accordance with configuration management and security requirements
• Perform lifecycle maintenance activities, including:
  • Operating system updates and patching
  • C++ compiler and library updates
  • DDS middleware configuration, updates, and troubleshooting
• Design, implement, and maintain automated simulation and test pipelines, including nightly regression runs
• Support simulation environments leveraging PCX, MOAA, and DSIM across diverse mission scenarios and vehicle configurations
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure system performance, reliability, and compliance
• Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines in secure, controlled environments

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

• The ability to maintain or transfer a DoD Secret Security Clearance
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• 2 years of relevant experience
• Strong programming experience in:
  • C++
  • Python
• Proficiency in Linux/Unix-based operating systems
• Experience with:
  • Distributed systems (DDS or similar middleware preferred)
  • Version control (Git) and collaborative development workflows
  • CI/CD pipeline development and maintenance
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices, including:
  • GitLab and GitLab Runners
  • Automated testing frameworks (e.g., Google Test)
  • Containerization technologies (e.g., Docker)
• Ability to troubleshoot complex, integrated systems across software and infrastructure layers
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to travel up to 10%

Additional Desired Experience And Skills

• Experience with modeling and simulation environments or autonomy systems
• Familiarity with PCX, MOAA, and/or DSIM (or similar frameworks)
• Experience supporting software in classified or regulated environments
• Background in robotics, unmanned systems, or naval/defense applications
• Experience with secure software development practices and accreditation processes

Equal Opportunity Statement

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency and Benefits

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the scope of the role, relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long‑term incentive opportunities.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan