Software Developer

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Code maintenance including debugging and updating to keep pace with the evolving environment.
• Assist 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.

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, information systems or a related discipline and two or more years of progressive software development experience with a bachelor’s degree; equivalent experience may be substituted for 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 foundation in algorithms, data structures, and object‑oriented programming concepts.
• A strong candidate should have a good understanding of C or C++ as well as a working understanding of Java or Python.
• Familiarity with CI/CD (experience with Docker/Podman a plus).
• Familiarity with React a plus.
• 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 work extended hours as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.

Pay

Salary range: $87,070 – $132,963 (annual)