Principal Software Developer

Naval Nuclear Laboratory

$117K — $184K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and 9 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree and 7 years of relevant experience
  • Strong emphasis on Quality Assurance (QA) in software development
  • Proven experience with .Net, React, and Cypress or similar frameworks
  • Expertise in test-driven development and testing processes
  • Experience with Oracle or SQL Server database development or testing

Responsibilities

  • Participate in coding and application development focused on QA
  • Evaluate and implement software testing tools and frameworks
  • Integrate automated and manual tests into development processes
  • Enhance QA strategies and methodologies to improve product quality
  • Develop, write, and execute comprehensive software test plans
  • Collaborate with users and stakeholders to meet software requirements

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
  • Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
  • Personal & Medical Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
  • Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Program
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Process Improvement and Engineering Support (PIES) unit at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is seeking a Software Developer with a strong emphasis on Quality Assurance (QA) to support the NRF Custom Application Team. In this role, you will be responsible for contributing application development with a QA driven mindset, integrating QA practices throughout the software development lifecycle, designing and executing test plans for new applications and features, and collaborating closely with the development team to ensure high standards and reliable software delivery.

As a key member of the team, you will:
• Participate in coding and application development with a QA-focused approach
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement software testing tools and frameworks
• Embed automated and manual tests into application development processes
• Continuously enhance QA strategies and testing methodologies to improve product quality
• Develop, write, and execute comprehensive software test plans
• Work closely with users and stakeholders to ensure software meets functional and quality requirements

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; orMaster's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

Proven experience as a software developer with a focus on QA and testing, including:
• Experience with .Net, React, and Cypress or related frameworks
• Test-driven development skills
• Implementation of testing programs and processes
• Preparation and analysis of testing reports
• Oracle or SQL Server database development or testing

Compensation and Benefits

  • Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
  • Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
  • Personal & Medical Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
  • Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$117,900.00 - $184,300.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

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