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:- Provide technical leadership and direction for the development of advanced software systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software meets performance, quality, and regulatory standards.
- Lead the creation and maintenance of detailed software documentation, including design specifications and user manuals.
- Mentor and guide engineering teams on technical best practices and innovation.
- Conduct high-level code reviews and provide strategic feedback.
- Define and implement software requirements and specifications in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Drive major continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software performance and reliability.
- Represent the software engineering function in high-level strategic meetings and decision-making processes.
- Manage system architecture and technical direction
- Oversee code quality and review practices
- Define and maintain the team's development workflow
Qualifications You Must Have:- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- 14+ years of experience in experience in software development.
- Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
- Expert proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python.
- Extensive leadership experience in software development.
- Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
- Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience with agentic coding tools
- Current/Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
Qualifications We Prefer:- Expertise in advanced software technologies (e.g., AI, machine learning, cloud computing).
- Significant experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
- Understanding of industry standard software languages such as C, C#, C++, HTML, Java, Python, and Bash.
- Experience with software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repository, and automated build.
- Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and Spiral.
- Proficient with data structures.
- Understanding of compliance, security and ethical use of AI Coding tools
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.
