Principal Software Engineer @ SAIC
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Principal Software Engineer
SAIC seeks a highly experienced and energetic Software Engineer to support the US Space Force, Space Systems Command. This role involves performing operational maintenance and sustainment of ground-based radars critical to US and Allied strategic missile surveillance, warning, defense, and space surveillance missions in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Job Duties
- Develop and deploy code for new software version releases modifying the PARCS ground-based radar baseline.
- Design, develop, document, test, and debug application software.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts for planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems.
- Develop technical solutions to complex problems requiring creativity and ingenuity.
- Troubleshoot complex systems while coordinating with sustaining engineers on operational and test systems.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with 9+ years of relevant experience is required. Candidates must hold an active Secret Clearance and possess the ability to support system integration, testing, and development of complex systems.
Technical Skills
Experience with C/C++, Java, Python, and FORTRAN is essential. Agile development methodologies are required. Desired experiences include real-time embedded software for ground-based radar, agile team leadership, and familiarity with roles such as Scrum Master and Product Owner.
Key Skills/Competency
Principal Software Engineer, C/C++, Java, Python, FORTRAN, Agile, embedded, troubleshooting, real-time, Scrum
How to Get Hired at SAIC
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- Research SAIC's culture: Understand mission, values, and recent projects.
- Customize your resume: Highlight software development and defense experience.
- Prepare detailed examples: Showcase agile teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Review technical fundamentals: Emphasize C/C++, Java, Python and FORTRAN expertise.