Job Description

Join our team as a Senior Principal II Software Engineer in FAST Labs Engineering

As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge software projects, collaborating with others to design, develop, and implement innovative software solutions. Your work will involve:

• Designing and evaluating complex software architectures: Contribute to the development of innovative software architectures, ensuring they meet customer requirements and are aligned with industry best practices.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams: Work closely with senior engineers, customers, and other stakeholders to develop and implement software solutions that meet customer needs.
• Developing software applications: Design, develop, test, and integrate software applications in languages such as C++, Python, and MATLAB, utilizing various technologies such as Cloud Native Technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, Harbor, Helm) and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Driving agile development processes: Participate in agile development processes, contributing to the team's success and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.
• Interfacing with hardware devices: Develop software solutions that interface with hardware devices such as FPGAs, GPUs, and embedded SoCs, utilizing protocols such as UART, I2C, SPI, and CAN.
• Applying DevSecOps and CI/CD practices: Ensure the security and integrity of software solutions by applying DevSecOps principles, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), and automated release management.
• Utilizing containerization and cloud technologies: Develop software solutions utilizing containerization (e.g., Podman/Docker) and cloud technologies, ensuring scalability, reliability, and efficiency.
• Developing software for RF, Radar, EO/IR, Electronic Warfare, or Software Defined Radio systems: Design, develop, and test software applications for systems related to RF, Radar, EO/IR, Electronic Warfare, or Software Defined Radio, including signal processing, data analysis, and system control.

Work Environment
This role requires 100% on-site work at a BAE Systems facility due to the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and secure access to sensitive information. Occasional domestic travel may be required to support integration and test events.

Current BAE Systems employees are ineligible for sign-on bonuses.
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Required Skills and Education

• Active Top Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's Degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical field
• 6+ years of professional software development
• Expert-level experience with Object Oriented design, development practices, and implementation in C++11 (or later)
• Expert-level experience developing for and operating in a Linux Environment
• Knowledge of software architectures, industry best practices, and emerging software technologies
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing requirements
• Proven project management skills with ability to deliver high-quality software products on time

Preferred Skills and Education

• Master's Degree or PhD in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical field
• MATLAB Experience is a plus
• Development experience with Python
• General Purpose Graphical Processing Unit (GPU) OPENCL or CUDA development experience is highly desired
• Experience in a rapid prototype environment
• Real-time, embedded, multi-threaded, low latency development and/or Linux application development
• Experience with DevSecOps, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), or automated release management
• Experience with containerization (e.g. Podman/Docker) and developing software in containerized environments
• Experience developing applications that cover several of: distributed, multi-threaded, real time, embedded, low latency, DSP, device control, or military systems.
• Knowledge of Digital Engineering methodologies and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices.

Benefits Information

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).