Sierra Nevada Corporation

Principal Software Engineer

Sierra Nevada Corporation$165K — $226K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field with 14+ years of experience
  • Strong knowledge of Software Engineering principles and practices
  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams
  • Proficient in C/C++ programming
  • Experience with Linux environments
  • Familiar with Embedded Systems

Responsibilities

  • Lead software engineering projects
  • Manage and mentor software engineering teams
  • Design and architect software solutions
  • Estimate software project tasks
  • Communicate effectively with customers

Benefits

  • Generous medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
  • Life insurance coverage
  • 3 weeks paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement program
Full Job Description
As a Principal Software Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and strategic direction for the development and optimization of advanced software systems for aerospace applications. You will lead major projects, mentor engineering teams, and drive innovation to achieve superior software performance.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead Software Engineer at the project Level
  • Leadership of staff Software Engineers for project execution
  • Responsible for software design and architecture on project
  • Responsible for estimation of software tasks
  • Strong communication skills for interfacing to customers


Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or other related discipline and typically 14 or more years of relevant experience
  • Knowledge of Software Engineering principles and practices
  • Familiarity working in multi-disciplinary teams
  • Experience with C/C++
  • Experience with Linux in both runtime and as a programming environment
  • Experience with Embedded Systems


Qualifications We Prefer:
  • Experience leading teams of software engineers at a project level
  • Experience in bare metal programming with microcontrollers
  • Experience with embedded oriented busses such as I2C and SPI.
  • Experience with the Xilinx/AMD SOCs
  • Excellent customer-facing communication skills
  • Familiarity with Agile Software Development
  • Knowledge of networking basics including socket-based communications
  • Experience with Containerization
  • DevSecOps principles
  • BASH and Python scripting
  • Experience with Yocto
  • Experience with virtual machines
  • Experience using AI tools as part of development process
  • Familiarity with databases such as Mongo
  • Experience developing apps for mobile devices and Windows desktops
  • Familiar with information assurance and data encryption


Essential Functions:
  • Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
  • Hand/finger dexterity for coding and testing.
  • Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel.


This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $165,010.21 - $226,889.04. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $165,010.21 - $226,889.04. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

About Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is an American privately held electronic systems provider and systems integrator specializing in microsatellites, telemedicine, and commercial orbital transportation services. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Sparks, Nevada. SNC has a workforce of over 4,000 employees and operates in 33 locations in 19 U.S. states, United Kingdom, Germany, Turkey, and Australia. The company's products and services include spacecraft, aircraft, electronics, and cyber security. SNC is committed to providing innovative solutions that help customers achieve their goals.
Learn more about Sierra Nevada Corporation
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1980

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