SAIC

Software Systems Engineer

SAIC • $110K — $130K *
Chantilly, VA 20152In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related STEM field
  • 10+ years of experience in Systems Engineering and Software Architecture
  • Expertise in collaborating with multiple vendors for system integration
  • Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills
  • Proficient in writing and editing technical documents
  • Familiarity with modern system software architecture and Agile processes

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate across project teams to represent technical requirements for mission objectives
  • Identify and bridge information and communication gaps to enhance team effectiveness
  • Act as the technical representative in formal and informal meetings
  • Define and validate software architecture for various project developments
  • Engage with diverse project team members to support effective technical solutions
  • Interface with contractor teams to ensure successful project completion

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs
  • Retirement savings plan with company match
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Flexible work hours and potential for remote work
  • Employee recognition programs and rewards
Full Job Description
Job Description

SAIC has an immediate opening for a Software Systems Engineer with systems, software and network architect experience. You will elicit, document, and communicate systems and software requirements; develop and evaluate end-to-end architecture; and ensure designs are aligned with the operational environmental constraints (e.g. bandwidth, latency, system constraints, and sustainment). The role partners with internal and external stakeholders drive technical alignment and manage dependencies. There is an expectation to keep current with the development program's progress and identify potential areas or concern as it pertains to schedule and technical expectations.

In this role you will:
  • Collaborate across the project team, representing the technical requirements needed to accomplish mission objectives while seeking to understand and respond to the functional constraints that may affect technical implementation
  • Identify information and communication gaps and develop mitigation approaches to ensure that the technical team is providing well informed and effectively to the entire project team
  • Represent the technical team across key collaboration and information transfer boundaries
  • Represent the technical team in formal and informal meetings to ensure the technical requirements are appropriately understood, prioritized and utilized
  • Participate in defining and validating software architecture for a variety of developments within the office
  • Engage with technical and non-technical project team members to ensure the continued effectiveness of technical solution development
  • Interface effectively with contractor development teams to guide projects successful completion


Qualifications

  • Must currently hold a TS/SCI and poly in order to be considered for this position
  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering, computer science or related STEM field
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience with Systems Engineering and Software Architecture
  • Demonstrated expertise working with multiple vendors to develop capabilities and integrate them into an overall system architecture
  • Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills
  • Effective writing skills related to creating and editing strategic and technical briefings and documents
  • Experience with modern system software architecture
  • Experience with software development, Agile processes, and managing the use of JIRA type products

Desired:
  • Experience with telecommunication technologies
  • 2+ years' experience designing and implementing acceptance testing for complex integrated systems
  • Experience with IT and Network infrastructure design to include HW specs and selection, Operating System (both Linux and Windows), Network Topologies, and integrating centralized authentication
  • Experience with at least two scripting languages (e.g. Python, Bash, php)
  • Experience with virtualization environments (e.g. KVM, VMWARE)


About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Information Technology
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
NASDAQ
SAIC
* Ladders Estimates

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