Staff Software Engineer

GE Aerospace

$110K — $140K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience (4-9 years based on education)
  • Minimum of 3 years in software development, particularly in enterprise-grade applications
  • Strong experience with Vue or other UI frameworks
  • Familiarity with AI development tools like Claude or Copilot
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of scalable and secure software systems
  • Architect and create APIs and microservices for robust applications
  • Collaborate with product teams to establish and execute technical requirements
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure standards and best practices are followed
  • Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues
  • Mentor junior engineers to promote technical growth and best practices
  • Drive the implementation of new technologies to enhance development efficiency
  • Engage in all stages of the software development lifecycle

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on impactful software solutions across multiple GE business units
  • Mentorship and guidance for career development
  • Participation in discussions that shape technical strategies and direction
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and tools in software engineering
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
Responsible for designing and programming a small module or a large component and designing a feature, set of features, or whole feature area. She/he will work independently and contribute to the immediate team and to other teams across business. She/he will Lead design discussion in a limited manner.

Job Description

Job Summary

As a Staff Software Engineer at General Electric Company, you will be a key contributor to the design, development, and deployment of complex software solutions across various GE business units. You will leverage your technical expertise to solve challenging problems, mentor junior engineers, and drive best practices in software engineering.

Job Responsibilities
  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of highly scalable, reliable, and secure software applications and systems.
  • Architect and build robust APIs, microservices, and data processing pipelines.
  • Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and other engineers to define technical requirements and translate them into actionable plans.
  • Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards, performance, and security best practices.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex software defects and performance issues in production environments.
  • Mentor and guide junior and mid-level software engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
  • Drive the adoption of new technologies, tools, and processes to improve development efficiency and product quality.
  • Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing, deployment, and operational support.
  • Contribute to the strategic technical direction of the team and department.


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree from accredited university or college with minimum of 4 years of professional experience OR Associates degree with minimum of 7 years of professional experience OR High School Diploma with minimum of 9 years of professional experience.
  • Minimum 3 years of professional experience in software development with a strong emphasis on building enterprise-grade applications.
  • Strong experience with Vue or other UI frameworks.
  • Experience leveraging AI development tools such as Claude and/ or Copilot.
  • Note: Military experience is equivalent to professional experience


Eligibility Requirement:
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.


Desired Qualifications:
  • Expert proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Java, Python, C++, Go, or JavaScript (Node.js).
  • Demonstrated experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Solid understanding of software architecture patterns, data structures, and algorithms.
  • Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
  • Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed team.


Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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