Senior Software Engineer

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking an exceptionally talented Sr. Software Engineer to join our innovative and growing engineering team! In this role, you will collaborate with leaders at all levels and work directly with both internal and external customers. You will play a key role in implementing and supporting Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) solutions, contributing to mission-critical projects that make a real impact on national security.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Support program and project implementation, making significant contributions to department goals and planning efforts.

• Design, build, and maintain innovative, robust, and efficient software solutions as a major contributor.

• Investigate and resolve defects in developed software systems, ensuring reliability and performance.

• Oversee the quality of testing activities during product releases to production.

• Engage with customers to understand their needs and build strong relationships.

• Operate software in support of large force exercises and mission simulations.

• Test and document new and existing software systems and applications.

• Collaborate with customers, engineers, and users to gather and refine requirements.

• Advocate proactively and constructively for improvements within the organization, your team, and yourself.

• Travel up to 25% or as needed.

Required Clearance:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Must have an active Secret clearance.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.

• 8+ years of experience in a software technical role within the Military, Department of Defense (DoD), or as a DoD Contractor.

• Proficiency in Java, C#, Python, or other object-oriented programming languages.

• Experience with AGILE software development, Confluence, JIRA, and GitHub.

• Knowledge of military aircraft, vehicles, sensors, radars, weapon systems, and electronic systems.

• Basic understanding of electronic warfare concepts.

• Advanced written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to troubleshoot software production issues.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience with the full software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, testing, integration, build, deployment, and continuous monitoring.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Experience with simulation environments and GIS tools such as STK, SimDIS, Vega Prime, Cesium, Flight Simulations, FalconView, JMPS, IMOM, ANGEL, MACE, ArcGIS, NGTS, OneSAF, JSAF, MEERKAT, AEAWorldView, and CaperX.

• Familiarity with terrain modeling data formats (e.g., DTED).

• Familiarity with tracking, position, and navigational formats (e.g., DAFIF, NAVAIDs, AIS, Link-16, IBS).

• Familiarity with intelligence databases (e.g., EWIR, EWDS, MIDB).

• Experience with distributed simulation models such as DIS, TENA, or HLA.

• Foundational knowledge of EW, Electronic Attack (EA), and related platforms and capabilities.

• Knowledge of military radar, jammer, and weapon technologies, or a desire to learn.

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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