Staff Software Engineer & Feature Manager (Top Secret)

Jobtailor; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 265,600; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking an experienced Staff Software Engineer - Software Feature Manager to lead multiple teams in designing, developing, and testing advanced software applications for end-user customers. You will work within an Agile environment, collaborating with Systems Engineering, Test, and DevSecOps to ensure high-quality delivery.

The role requires leadership of cross-functional teams, strong communication skills, and expertise in real-time embedded software

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 12 years related engineering experience; or Master's with 10; or PhD with 8.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all levels.
• Experience with Java, Python or C++.

Responsibilities

• Participate in full software development life cycle from design to delivery.
• Lead multi-team coordination to deliver high-quality software products.
• Work with Systems Engineering, Test, and DevSecOps in Agile environment.
• Analyze system capabilities to resolve program issues and risks.
• Own team performance and communicate progress to leadership and customers.

Skills

Java

Python

C++

Communication skills

Embedded RTOS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

CI/CD tools

Coverity

Fortify

SonarQube

Fuzzing tools

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking an experienced Staff Software Engineer - Software Feature Manager to lead multiple teams in designing, developing, and testing advanced software applications for end-user customers. You will work within an Agile environment, collaborating with Systems Engineering, Test, and DevSecOps to ensure high-quality delivery.

The role requires leadership of cross-functional teams, strong communication skills, and expertise in real-time embedded software