Torch Technologies

Senior Software Engineer

Torch Technologies$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US Citizenship required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline (Computer Science, Software Engineering, etc.).
  • 10+ years of progressively complex software design experience, or equivalent.
  • Strong programming skills in C++ and Python required.
  • Experience with Windows and Red Hat-based Linux operating systems.
  • Proficiency in Git version control and CMake build tools.
  • Active secret level security clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Manage code repositories using Git and implement branching strategies.
  • Define project milestones and releases for version control.
  • Create scripts for automated build, test, and deployment processes.
  • Manage environment configurations to prevent drift across development and production.
  • Perform audits to ensure deployments match documented requirements.
  • Oversee revisions in simulation software for Army defense systems.
  • Gather and analyze user requirements to inform software design.
  • Design application architecture and create efficient, testable code.

Benefits

  • Stability and professionalism in the work environment.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation.
  • 401(k) matching contributions and safe-harbor contributions.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance provided.
  • Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts available.
  • Education assistance and paid time off included.
Full Job Description
Torch Technologies has an immediate opening for a Senior Software Engineer to develop applications and simulation infrastructure for the US Army Aviation and Missile Center (AvMC).

As a Senior Software Engineer your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:
  • Manage repositories (Git) and implementing branching strategies.
  • Define key stages (e.g., releases, milestones) to establish stable, approved versions.
  • Create scripts to build, test, and deploy applications automatically.
  • Manage environment settings and configurations across development, testing, and production to avoid configuration drift.
  • Performing configuration audits to ensure the deployed product matches the documented requirements.
  • Manage revisions to modeling and simulation software in parallel development related to Army defense systems.
  • Gather and analyze user and business requirements to define the scope, objectives, and functionality of new software or systems.
  • Design the overall architecture of applications and systems, create detailed flowcharts and diagrams, and write clean, efficient, and testable code in various programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++).
  • Must be able to work independently day-to-day towards team-established milestones with consensus from leadership.
  • Less than 10% travel to support test integration events, as needed.


Job Requirements:
  • US Citizenship.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Physics, Engineering, or another technical discipline from an accredited university.
  • 10+ years applicable progressively complex software design engineering experience or a Bachelor's Degree.
  • Strong programming skills with experience in C++ and Python.
  • Experience developing for Windows operating systems.
  • Experience in Red Hat-based Linux operating Systems (e.g., RHEL, Rocky, Oracle).
  • Experience with CMake build tools and Git version control.
  • Ability to collaborate in a multi-contractor team environment to deliver software solutions on schedule.
  • Ability to work independently and with small teams on collaborative design.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • The position requires that candidate currently hold an active secret level security clearance to access classified information.
  • Inability to maintain a security clearance will result in the candidate being ineligible for this position.
  • Experience in computer virtualization, including containerization technologies and orchestration tools.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with GitLab.
  • Experience with a containerization environment such as Docker or Podman.
  • Experience with a virtualization environment such as Kubernetes.
  • Experience writing shell scripts, real-time software, and working with hardware.
  • Experience with Army software systems and applications, modeling and simulation, and statistical analysis.


Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Customer- site

Travel: Yes, 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

About Torch Technologies

Torch Technologies is a defense and aerospace company that provides engineering, technology development, and programmatic support services to the Department of Defense, Missile Defense Agency, and other government agencies. The company's services include systems engineering, modeling and simulation, software development, test and evaluation, and program management. Torch Technologies was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama.
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