Job Description
Position Description
If you seek a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy which requires technical rigor and will tap and build on your expertise, Serco has a wonderful opportunity for you! The Software Sustainment Engineer will be on a dynamic team, supporting Team Submarine COLUMBIA Program Office. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our sailors.
Team Submarine's Submarine COLUMBIA Class Program Office is responsible for:
The construction of COLUMBIA Class submarines, financial and budget management, shipyard support of submarines, vendor support of submarines, logistical support, quality assurance (SUBSAFE), and post-delivery submarine certifications and test programs.
The Team Submarine concept unifies once diverse submarine-related activities into a single submarine-centric organization with the goal of eliminating traditional stovepipe structures and processes that created impediments and inefficiencies in the submarine research, development, acquisition, and maintenance communities. Team Submarine provides improved communication among the various offices that contribute to the overall success of the United States Submarine Force.
In this role, you will:
Design, develop, and implement high-quality software solutions, ensuring they meet system and business requirements.
Work independently with limited supervision, managing your workload and making key technical decisions to ensure successful project delivery.
May manage small software development projects or specific processes, ensuring milestones are met on time and within budget.
Review and provide feedback on the work of lower-level professionals, offering technical guidance and mentoring to help them improve their skills.
Solve difficult and sometimes complex problems, developing innovative solutions that align with project goals and technical standards.
Influence and contribute to system designs, solutions, and procedures, ensuring alignment with best practices and technical requirements.
Apply advanced understanding of software development standards, principles, and theories to design scalable, reliable, and maintainable software solutions.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including QA, operations, and business analysts, to ensure software solutions meet both functional and non-functional requirements.
Conduct thorough testing and debugging of software applications to ensure high-quality deliverables and functionality.
Create and maintain detailed documentation for software designs, system architecture, and project requirements.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will have:
A Bachelor's Degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field is required and 2-4 years of experience in software development, with a strong track record of delivering successful software projects.
An active DoD Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain one is required.
Advanced understanding and ability to apply software development standards, principles, and theories to solve complex technical problems.
Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C++, C#) and familiarity with related frameworks and tools.
Ability to influence and contribute to system design and architecture decisions.
Strong problem-solving abilities, capable of addressing and resolving difficult and sometimes complex software challenges.
Experience coaching and reviewing the work of junior developers, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams and influence system designs.
10% travel required.
Additional desired experience and skills:
