Software Systems Engineering

SAIC; Virginia; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC's Software Agile Delivery Team SOTL is seeking a principal Software Systems Engineer to serve as a Product Owner on the UNIFY program. The role blends software systems engineering with product ownership, shaping the product landscape and guiding agile delivery in a cloud-centric environment.

You will define roadmaps, prioritize features, and work with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, tested software.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in a related field with 9+ years of experience preferred.
• Hands-on software testing across the full development lifecycle.
• Extensive experience as a Product Owner in technology-driven environments.
• Proven ability to manage a backlog, write user stories, and prioritize features.
• Experience with Agile Scrum and DevSecOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead test planning and execution for assigned functionality, including use cases and test data.
• Define and prioritize application features aligned with user requirements and strategic needs.
• Drive roadmap and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery.
• Ensure cloud-native, enterprise-grade platform delivery with DevSecOps practices.
• Engage with engineering teams and external stakeholders on technical matters.

Skills

Full-stack development

Product Owner

Agile Scrum

DevSecOps practices

Cloud delivery

Test planning

Test data development

Requirements definition

Cross-functional collaboration

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AWS

Azure

CI/CD pipelines

CSPO certification

Job description

SAIC's Software Agile Delivery Team SOTL is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Software Systems Engineer Principal to serve as a Product Owner on our UNIFY Program. This role requires strong software systems engineering skills, including hands‑on experience with software testing across the development lifecycle. Program management and financial experience is a plus. UNIFY integrates the core capabilities required for effective program management across SAIC's diverse portfolio of programs and customers. Built as a cloud‑native platform, UNIFY provides a single, modern portal that delivers standardized, enterprise‑wide program management solutions, empowering teams to operate consistently, efficiently, and with delivery excellence.

As a key contributor on our dynamic full‑stack development team, you will help shape our product landscape, drive strategic execution with an Agile mindset, and champion DevSecOps best practices within a cloud‑centric infrastructure. This role blends software systems engineering and product ownership, ideal for a strong technical contributor who can translate user and program needs into high‑quality, well‑tested software solutions. You will work alongside Senior Software Systems Engineers who provide technical leadership on the UNIFY Program, forming a tightly collaborative team that shares ownership of architecture, delivery, and product direction.

You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to drive the roadmap, prioritize features, and ensure successful delivery of high‑quality products that meet customer needs and company objectives. This opportunity can be worked remotely within the United States for the right candidate.

Apply strong software systems engineering expertise across technical planning, requirements definition, software systems integration, and technical support throughout the product lifecycle, from concept and design through test, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.

Lead test planning and execution for assigned functionality, including developing use cases, test procedures, and test data to validate system performance and quality.

Define and prioritize application features aligned with user requirements, company objectives, and strategic needs.

Monitor key metrics, user engagement, and usability data to drive continuous enhancements.

Partner with diverse teams (IT, Operations, HR, Finance, etc.) to ensure applications meet varied departmental requirements.

Represent the organization as a technical contact on contracts and projects, interacting with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations.

DevSecOps & Cloud Delivery

Leverage cloud‑native technologies to deliver scalable, enterprise‑grade solutions.

Bachelors Degree and 9 years of experience. S. citizen and able to obtain a Secret security clearance

Strong, demonstrated software systems engineering skills across the full software lifecycle (concept through maintenance).

Hands‑on software testing experience, including developing and executing use cases, test procedures, and test data.

Experience delivering cloud‑native, enterprise‑grade platforms.

Full‑stack development familiarity and the ability to engage credibly with engineering teams.

Extensive Product Owner expertise in technology‑driven environments, including managing a product backlog, writing user stories, and prioritizing features.

Proven experience with Agile Scrum methodologies and DevSecOps practices.

Experience with Agile management tools (e.g., Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or equivalent Agile certification.

Hands‑on experience with AWS and/or Azure.

Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices.

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high‑end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

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