Lead Small Form Factor software efforts, mentor engineers, design software architecture, and implement medium-fidelity models. Partner with program leads to meet objectives, follow Agile processes, evolve embedded/real-time software, construct multi-OS build environments, and design unit test structures to improve reliability and interoperability.
Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Principle Software Engineer SWEL to lead Small Form Factor efforts in Totowa, NJ. The Software organization develops and delivers Software solutions for our complex electronic products to our internal engineering teams and external testing sites. In this role, you will be assisting in the development of the expanding Medium Fidelity Model.
In addition to software leadership responsibilities, you will be responsible for partnering with other leads to help ensure that program objectives are met, and that software engineering has consistent, predictable performance. You will also participate directly on Software development efforts across the business area.
Software Engineering is fast paced and dynamic. You will need to be self-motivated, and highly collaborative to succeed in this role.
Job responsibilities:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
We are seeking a Senior Principle Software Engineer SWEL to lead Small Form Factor efforts in Totowa, NJ. The Software organization develops and delivers Software solutions for our complex electronic products to our internal engineering teams and external testing sites. In this role, you will be assisting in the development of the expanding Medium Fidelity Model.
In addition to software leadership responsibilities, you will be responsible for partnering with other leads to help ensure that program objectives are met, and that software engineering has consistent, predictable performance. You will also participate directly on Software development efforts across the business area.
Software Engineering is fast paced and dynamic. You will need to be self-motivated, and highly collaborative to succeed in this role.
Job responsibilities:
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring to the SFF engineering team
- Analyze system requirements and design SW architecture to meet the specifications
- Follow agile methodologies to plan and implement a quality SW product
- Adopt the use of open architecture to promote interoperability and future growth
- Implement emerging technology within existing code bases
- Evolve the advanced products software architecture to be more efficient and robust
- Construct SW build environments in multiple operating systems
- Design unit test structures that strengthen the reliability of SW
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of 12+ years of experience in software development
- Strong proficiency in C++
- Solid understanding of software design patterns, architectural styles, and software engineering principles
- Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded systems development
- Experience with communication protocols (e.g., UDP, TCP/IP)
- Experience with Agile development methodologies
- Experience with software configuration management tools (e.g., Git)
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong Leadership Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Prior success participating in team efforts.
- A continuous improvement mindset to enhance Software development through process modernization.
- Proven performance in software design and development.
- Experience Developing and Integrating Application Software
- Good leadership and communication skills.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
BAE Systems, Inc. Burlington, Massachusetts, USA Office
600 District Ave, Burlington, MA, United States, 01803
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