• Software Developer III

    General Atomics (Poway, CA)


    51881BR

    Company:

    General Atomics Aeronautical Systems

    Job Summary:

    General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

     

    Under general supervision with limited review, this position independently determines approaches and solutions for designing, developing, and modifying enterprise-wide end-user, system-level, and data management software applications. Responsibilities include planning application development and deployment, ensuring software compliance standards, evaluating software integration with the computing environment, and managing documentation, testing, maintenance, and updates. Communication with domain experts, customers, users, and management occurs throughout the software development lifecycle.

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Determine user requirements and specifications and plan for software development within the broader organizational scope, including end-user, system-level, and data management applications.

    + Formulate detailed plans for implementing software solutions, including program design, language, platform, and resource requirements.

    + Implement designs through coding, testing, and documentation.

    + Deploy applications across the enterprise, ensuring cross-platform compliance and availability of necessary resources.

    + Maintain code through debugging and updates to adapt to the evolving environment.

    + Assist in planning future applications based on advancements in computer technology.

    + Communicate with software developer groups, users, management, and the wider community through publishing and presenting technical papers.

    + Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

    + Perform other duties as assigned.

    + Observe all laws, regulations, and obligations applicable to business conducted on behalf of the company.

    + Work safely in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

     

    We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

    Job ID#:

    51881BR

    Job Category:

    Engineering

    Travel Percentage Required:

    0% - 25%

    Full-Time/Part-Time:

    Full-Time Salary

    State:

    California

    Clearance Level:

    Secret

    Pay Range Low:

    98,100

    City:

    Poway

     

    Clearance Required?:

     

    Desired

    Pay Range High:

    171,398

    Recruitment Posting Title:

    Embedded Systems Software Developer

    Job Qualifications:

    + Typically requires a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, or PhD in computer science, information systems, or a related discipline and progressive software development experience. Requires four or more years of experience with a bachelor’s degree or two or more years of experience with a master’s degree. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

    + Must have a complete understanding of software development concepts, principles, and theory.

    + Demonstrates complete understanding and application of programming and analysis concepts.

    + Experience with both developing tests as well as executing and automating them.

    + Proficient in Python & C is required, C++ preferred

    + Proficient with AI tools such as Claude or Llama

    + Experience with Amazon Web Services

    + Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in an evolving environment.

    + Ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases.

    + Ability to determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level.

    + Provides solutions to a range of complex problems.

    + Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

    + Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

    + Capable of leading a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks.

    + Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

     

    US Citizenship Required?:

     

    Yes

    Experience Level:

    Mid-Level (3-7 years)

     

    Relocation Assistance Provided?:

     

    No

    Workstyle:

    Onsite