Software Engineer Principal II

Job Description
BAE Systems is a leading global defense, security, and aerospace company. We're seeking highly skilled Software Engineers to join our dynamic team, supporting our government customer in driving innovation, efficiency, and security in the rapidly evolving landscape of government mission and business information technology.
We're looking for a talented Software Engineers to play a key role in developing and maintaining critical national security mission applications, integrating front-end and back-end systems using Agile methodology. As a highly cleared software developer, you will be responsible for performing coding, testing, debugging, and deployment of secure applications, while collaborating with Government developers to ensure adherence to performance and security standards.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Must possess a TS/SCI clearance with appropriate polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in an area related to the labor category from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
• Intelligence Community and cleared SW development experience required
• 8 years of experience in SW development, conducting coding, testing, and deployment of secure applications, with a portion of the experience within the last 3 years.

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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master's degree in CS, CE, mathematics, physics or related field
• Experience developing applications to support quantitative analysis
• Experience integrating complex and/or experimental algorithms into established applications
• Working knowledge of applied cryptography
• Docker and Java experience
• HPC software development experience
• Experience integrating AI agents into development workflows
• Exposure to QPU and GPU HPC architectures

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
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.