Senior Advanced Software Engineer

Education Requirements:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

Clearance Requirements:

Ability to obtain a Department of Defense TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As a Senior Advanced Software Engineer in the High Performance Computing (HPC) group, you’ll support critical programs and emerging technologies across the business before transitioning into an exciting career path in High Performance Computing. You’ll work with cross-business and cross-functional teams, apply your skills and experience, learn and apply new advanced tools and processes to prepare for your HPC journey. Once you have transitioned, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team helping deliver and maintain tailored HPC systems to meet our customer’s tough applications. It’s a challenge that will put your talent in the spotlight. Your HPC work activities would include designing and implementing solutions and algorithm optimization associated with data sets used for analysis, modeling, and predicting.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: advanced computing software, hardware embedded or systems development and fielding; sustainment and lifecycle support; strong and diverse working knowledge of software languages; advanced mathematics / physics; a track record of excellent team dynamics, development, and relevant technical contributions.

What sets you apart:

• Technical and problem-solving skills in advanced computing systems, hardware, software, mathematics, or physics with an understanding of how those capabilities fit into the bigger product / service offering.
• Demonstrable history of continuous learning in advanced computing systems, hardware, software, mathematics, physics, or end-mission applications and support.
• Collaborative team player with experience working on teams with diverse engineering skills.
• Expertise in applying technology and technical skills to solve challenges in creative ways.
• Willingness to dig into hardware specifications and leveraging hardware interfaces in the composition of low-level software solutions.
• Energized by the diverse software and computer engineering problem sets of HPC.
• A willing and effective collaborator with team members, customers, and general technical counterparts.
• Knowledge of general programming principles and optimization strategies, with previous experience in Assembly, C/C++, Python, Rust, Embedded Linux, or others.
• Development and testing skills in HPC applications or advanced computing / embedded systems.
• Analytical and innovative outlook on software and systems
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others.
• Continuous learning in advanced computing systems, hardware, software, end-mission applications, and support.

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development. 
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:

This position is fully on-site.
While on-site, you will be a part of GDMS’ Bloomington, MN facility.

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran