Associate Software Developer

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Researches, designs, develops and/or modifies enterprise-wide end-user, system level, and data management software applications.
• Evaluates integration of software applications with the overall computing environment.
• Documentation, testing, maintenance, and software updates.
• Communicates with domain experts, users, and management throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Determine user requirements and specifications and plan for software development within the broader organizational scope.
• Software development includes end-user, system level, and data management applications.
• Formulate detailed plans for the implementation of software solutions.
• In addition to program design, this includes determining language, platform, and resource requirements.
• Implementation of design including coding, testing, and documentation.
• Deployment of applications across the enterprise including cross-platform compliance and ensuring availability of necessary resources.
• Aid in planning for future applications based on new developments in computer technology.
• Communicate with the software developer group, with users, and with management as well as with the wider community.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems or related discipline.
• May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a basic understanding of software development concepts, principles, and theory and demonstrate the ability to follow and apply basic use of programming and analysis concepts.
• A strong candidate should have a good understanding of C or C++ as well as a working understanding of Java or Python.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
• Good communication, computer and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other professionals, to produce appropriate documentation, and to present results to a limited internal audience.
• The ability to work both independently and on a team is essential.
• Able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.