Sr Advanced Software Engineer

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.Key Responsibilities:Serve as principal technical authority and strategic leader for SLCM-N software architecture and developmentDefine and drive technical vision, architectural standards, and long-term roadmaps for complex weapon system softwareLead development and maintenance of software for payload control systems, including networking protocols and socket programmingDesign and develop new functionality and apply emerging technologies to existing systems capabilitiesMaintain and modernize existing software, integrating new components into existing subsystems and refactoring legacy implementationsLead cross-functional teams in designing and integrating software solutions across system boundariesDrive resolution of highly complex software and networking issues to ensure optimal system performanceEstablish and champion software engineering best practices, code quality standards, and continuous improvement initiativesMentor and develop engineering teams, fostering technical excellence through teaching and knowledge transferLead technical planning, customer engagements, and program reviewsQuickly learn and adapt to a wide variety of technologies and lead tasks that small teams can executeWhat Sets You Apart:Demonstrated ability to lead by teaching and developing technical talent across the organizationExpert-level knowledge of GitHub/GitLab/Gitea pipelines and CI/CD automationProficiency with Flask web framework for application developmentDeep expertise in Docker and/or Podman container creation and orchestrationStrong background in Object Oriented Programming with Java or C++ and C programmingLinux System Administrator capabilities and system-level expertiseAdvanced knowledge of multithreaded programming and concurrent systemsExtensive development background in Unix/Linux based operating systemsProven ability to work cooperatively in team-oriented environments and drive collaborative successStrategic thinker who balances technical innovation with mission-critical requirementsExceptional communication skills with ability to influence organizational direction and technical strategyWe Encourage You to Apply if You Have Any of These Preferred Skills or Experiences:15+ years of progressive software development experience with significant time in senior technical leadership rolesExpert proficiency in C++ programmingExperience with networking protocols and socket programmingChange Management (CM) expertiseAdvanced Git knowledge and workflow designScripting languages expertise including Python, Bash, and PerlAdvanced knowledge of Qt Framework for enterprise applicationsStrong background in Kubernetes orchestration at scaleExpert-level understanding of Submarine Warfare Federated Tactical Systems (SWFTS) architectureComprehensive knowledge of submarine systems, operations, and tactical mission requirementsExperience with Agile development methodologies and scaling practicesExperience with real-time systems, embedded programming, and performance optimizationBackground in high-bandwidth data recording and storage systemsOur Commitment to You:An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s securityFlexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and moreSee more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefitsWorkplace Options:This position is fully on-siteWhile on-site, you will be a part of the Progeny Manassas, VA Team.This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.USD $142,696.00 - USD $158,303.00 /Yr.General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Created: 2026-02-09