Principal Software Development Analyst

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support your mission of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Northrop Grumman’s Corporate Sector's Chief Information & Digital Office (CIDO) is seeking a Principal Software Development Analyst to support the Enterprise Platforms & Applications (EPA) organization with enterprise-wide applications.

The selected candidate will be responsible for researching, designing, developing, modifying, and/or deploying enterprise-wide systems and/or applications software for Enterprise Shared Security Services (ESSS). He/she will support the development and maintenance of the Java, .NET, Python and COTS applications.

This position will allow for a virtual/telecommuting employee.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports a larger technical team in system planning, development, and deployment of ESSS software while maintaining software compliance standards.
• Provides data analysis and supports systems/application integrations. Evaluates operational requirements, systems architecture, and the interface between systems.
• Provides, documents, and oversees testing to ensure high-quality releases and little-to-no downtime.

The candidate should possess strong written and spoken communication skills.  The position requires direct interaction with stakeholders to gather and refine requirements to meet business needs, design solutions, and develop and implement features. They should be comfortable working in a dynamic environment with ever changing priorities.

Basic Qualifications:

• In order to be considered, applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in a STEM related discipline and 5 years of professional experience with the required skill set OR a Master's degree and 3 years OR a PhD and 1 year.
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.
• Demonstrated experience programming in Python, T/SQL, Java, C#, and .NET core.
• Ability to gather and translate the Security organizations requirements into technical and functional solutions for use by cross-sector Security organizations.
• Comfortable working with both end-users and suppliers and be willing to attend trainings in order to become certified as systems subject-matter-expert.
• Strong communication skills, customer service and writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Secret Clearance.
• Ability to perform full-stack web-development.
• High level of experience programming in T/SQL, Python, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
• Experience using, configuring, and deploying Java applications.
• Experience developing Java Server Page applications.
• Strong understanding of JSON.
• Knowledgeable regarding clearance processes or tools.
• Experience in using Kanban to manage work, along with management tools such as Azure DevOps / Atlassian Suite.
• Strong experience using GIT for software maintenance and code reviews.
• Experience developing and consuming APIs, regular and restful.
• Knowledge of SSO authentication and how to implement it.
• Knowledge of creating/maintaining Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Self-starter / motivated to work on tasks independently, and respond to off-hour emergencies.
• Ability to test and analyze production issues with limited toolsets.
• Experience in understanding, constructing, and enhancing complex relational databases.

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.  At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation.  Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivating your career.  We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule option, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!

Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.