Research Software Engineer

Job Summary General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high‑technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. With limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for the review, research, design, development and/or modification of enterprise‑wide end‑user, system level, and data management software applications. Guides the successful completion of a program(s) and may function in a project leadership role. Formulates plans, typically long‑term, for application development and deployment as well as is responsible for meeting software compliance standards. Evaluates integration of software applications with the overall computing environment; and is responsible for planning/overseeing documentation, testing, maintenance, and software updates. Communicates with domain experts, users, and management throughout the software development lifecycle, represents the company as the prime technical contact on contracts and/or projects, and interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters requiring coordination between the organizations. Duties & Responsibilities Determine technical objectives for user requirements and specifications and plan for enterprise software development within the broader organizational scope. Software development encompasses end‑user, system level, and data management applications. Formulate plans and guide the development and implementation of software solutions including language, coding, platform, resource requirements, testing, and documentation. Plan and coordinate deployment of enterprise applications including cross‑platform compliance while ensuring the availability of necessary resources. Plan and coordinate the maintenance of enterprise solutions including debugging, maintenance, and updating to ensure viability in an evolving environment. Plan for future applications based on new developments in computer technology. Function in a leadership role for a project and/or program and provide direction and guidance to less experienced developers or a team of developers. Represent the organization as the prime technical contact for the project and/or program with the software developer group, customer, and management as well as with the wider community through the publishing and presentation of technical papers. Responsible for generating additional sources of revenue and may be responsible for project management. 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. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job Qualifications Typically requires a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in computer science, information systems or related discipline and progressive software development experience as follows: twelve or more years of experience with a bachelor’s degree, ten or more years of experience with a master’s degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education. Must have a detailed and extensive expertise of software development concepts, principles, and theory and demonstrate extensive expertise and application of programming and analysis concepts. Must possess the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership. Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals; the capability of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and the ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals. Must be customer focused, able to work on a self‑initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required. Job Type & Salary Job Type: Full‑Time Salary Salary range: 128,130 – 229,358 #J-18808-Ljbffr