Spectrum San Diego

Software Systems Engineer

Posted 3 Hours Ago

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Chantilly, VA, USA

In-Office

Expert/Leader

Security

The Role

Develops and validates end-to-end systems and software architectures, elicits and manages technical requirements, and aligns designs with operational constraints. The role coordinates internal, external, and contractor teams, manages dependencies, addresses communication gaps, and supports mission-focused technical solution development. Responsibilities also include architecture definition, technical briefings, acceptance testing, infrastructure design, and integration of vendor capabilities.

Summary Generated by Built In

SAIC has an immediate opening for a Software Systems Engineer with systems, software and network architect experience. You will elicit, document, and communicate systems and software requirements; develop and evaluate end-to-end architecture; and ensure designs are aligned with the operational environmental constraints (e.g. bandwidth, latency, system constraints, and sustainment). The role partners with internal and external stakeholders drive technical alignment and manage dependencies. There is an expectation to keep current with the development program's progress and identify potential areas or concern as it pertains to schedule and technical expectations.

In this role you will:

Collaborate across the project team, representing the technical requirements needed to accomplish mission objectives while seeking to understand and respond to the functional constraints that may affect technical implementation
Identify information and communication gaps and develop mitigation approaches to ensure that the technical team is providing well informed and effectively to the entire project team
Represent the technical team across key collaboration and information transfer boundaries
Represent the technical team in formal and informal meetings to ensure the technical requirements are appropriately understood, prioritized and utilized
Participate in defining and validating software architecture for a variety of developments within the office
Engage with technical and non-technical project team members to ensure the continued effectiveness of technical solution development
Interface effectively with contractor development teams to guide projects successful completion

Qualifications

Must currently hold a TS/SCI and poly in order to be considered for this position
Bachelor's Degree in engineering, computer science or related STEM field
Minimum of 10 years of experience with Systems Engineering and Software Architecture
Demonstrated expertise working with multiple vendors to develop capabilities and integrate them into an overall system architecture
Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills
Effective writing skills related to creating and editing strategic and technical briefings and documents
Experience with modern system software architecture
Experience with software development, Agile processes, and managing the use of JIRA type products

Desired:

Experience with telecommunication technologies
2+ years’ experience designing and implementing acceptance testing for complex integrated systems
Experience with IT and Network infrastructure design to include HW specs and selection, Operating System (both Linux and Windows), Network Topologies, and integrating centralized authentication
Experience with at least two scripting languages (e.g. Python, Bash, php)
Experience with virtualization environments (e.g. KVM, VMWARE)

About UsSAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

Skills Required

Currently hold a TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related STEM field
Minimum of 10 years of experience with systems engineering and software architecture
Expertise working with multiple vendors to develop capabilities and integrate them into an overall system architecture
Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills
Effective writing skills for strategic and technical briefings and documents
Experience with modern system software architecture
Experience with software development, Agile processes, and JIRA-type products
Experience with telecommunications technologies
At least two years of experience designing and implementing acceptance testing for complex integrated systems
Experience designing IT and network infrastructure, including hardware specifications and selection, Linux and Windows operating systems, network topologies, and centralized authentication
Experience with at least two scripting languages, such as Python, Bash, or PHP
Experience with virtualization environments, such as KVM or VMware