Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Principle Software Engineer SWEL to lead Small Form Factor efforts in Totowa, NJ. The Software organization develops and delivers Software solutions for our complex electronic products to our internal engineering teams and external testing sites.

In addition to software leadership responsibilities, you will be responsible for partnering with other leads to help ensure that program objectives are met, and that software engineering has consistent, predictable performance. You will also participate directly on Software development efforts across the business area.
 
Software Engineering is fast paced and dynamic. You will need to be self-motivated, and highly collaborative to succeed in this role.

Job responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to the SFF engineering team
• Analyze system requirements and design SW architecture to meet the specifications
• Follow agile methodologies to plan and implement a quality SW product
• Adopt the use of open architecture to promote interoperability and future growth
• Implement emerging technology within existing code bases
• Evolve the advanced products software architecture to be more efficient and robust
• Construct SW build environments in multiple operating systems
• Design unit test structures that strengthen the reliability of SW

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 12+ years of experience in software development
• Strong proficiency in C++
• Solid understanding of software design patterns, architectural styles, and software engineering principles
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded systems development
• Experience with communication protocols (e.g., UDP, TCP/IP)
• Experience with Agile development methodologies
• Experience with software configuration management tools (e.g., Git)
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong Leadership Skills

Preferred Skills and Education

• Prior success participating in team efforts.
• A continuous improvement mindset to enhance Software development through process modernization.
• Proven performance in software design and development.
• Experience Developing and Integrating Application Software
• Good leadership and  communication skills.

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About BAE Systems, Inc.

BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.