Ground Software Engineer

Job Summary

The Ground Software Engineer designs, develops, integrates, and tests software for ground-based mission systems supporting DoD programs. This role focuses on C++ (primary), with additional work in C#, Python, and scripting for tools and automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Software Development & Implementation
• Design, develop, and maintain ground software applications and services primarily in C++, with additional work in C# and Python/scripting as needed.
• Implement features for mission operations, visualization, data processing, and system control in alignment with program requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code backed by coding standards and peer reviews.
• Integration, Testing & Optimization
• Develop and execute unit, integration, and system-level tests; participate directly in integration and test events (highly valued).
• Use GitLab, Jira, and related tools to manage source code, track defects, and validate changes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues across software components, services, and external interfaces.
• Absorb and optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability in operational environments.
• Troubleshooting & Support
• Diagnose and resolve software issues reported from test labs or operational environments.
• Analyze logs, traces, and metrics to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Document issues and resolutions, and contribute to continuous improvement of test and support processes.
• Project Management & Collaboration
• Collaborate with systems, test, cybersecurity, and operations teams to refine requirements and design solutions.
• Participate in agile development processes (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) and provide accurate task estimates and updates.
• Contribute to user-focused design and usability improvements where applicable.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience: Entry-level to mid-career roles available (approximately 1–8+ years of software engineering experience). Integration and test experience is particularly valuable and strongly preferred.
• Clearance: Secret Required

Required Skills

• Proficiency in C++ for application or service development.
• Experience with at least one additional language: C# and/or Python (scripting for tools, automation, or data processing).
• Experience with Git-based version control and GitLab or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with agile development practices and issue tracking using tools such as Jira.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, especially in integration/test environments.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities in cross-functional, technical environments.
• Ability to work full-time in either an on-site secure facility or approved remote environment, as defined by the role.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with: Integration and system-level testing, including automated test frameworks.
• Confluence or similar tools for documentation and collaboration.
• CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI) and DevOps-oriented workflows.
• Knowledge of: Distributed systems, messaging, and networking used in ground mission systems.
• Database technologies (SQL or NoSQL) and data-driven applications.

Infinity Benefits

• Great Company Culture.
• Health Benefits.
• Prepare for the Future.
• Rest and Relaxation.
• Health and Wellness.
• Work that Stays at Work.
• Educational and Professional Training Reimbursement.
• Profit Sharing Plan.