Python Software Engineer - Level 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Python Software Engineer – Level 3 supporting a team located in Fairfax, VA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.  This position is 100% virtual and can be performed anywhere within the continental United States. This could change due to business conditions. Occasional travel may be required.

   

The candidate will work on expanding proof of concept network simulation software to a more feature rich software product. The work will include complex algorithm development for software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to quantify and optimize operational decision-making and mission performance. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in analytic and scientific programming, and attributes that include collaboration, creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking. The candidate should place a high value on rigorous testing, comprehensive documentation, and the maintainability of the software solutions. The candidate should expect to work in office in a collaborative environment with a team that includes atmospheric scientists and systems engineers.

The selected candidate’s tasks encompass the following: Designs, develops, documents, tests and debugs software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions; Collaborates with systems engineers and/or hardware engineers in planning, design, and development; Determines mission and user needs; Analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; Regularly tests and revises software to ensure software alignment with strategic goals and customer expectations.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.  This position is 100% virtual and can be performed anywhere within the continental United States. This could change due to business conditions. Occasional travel may be required.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Contribute to architecture decisions by evaluating the pros and cons of approaches and technologies, and how they align with the project's goals and requirements.
• Design and implement new software or modify existing software to add new features
• Identify and fix bugs in the code, while considering the impact greater impact on the software application as a whole
• Develop tests that verify the correctness of the code and ensure it meets system requirements
• Design, develop, and modify software pipelines and deployment methods to automate the software development process, ensuring consistency and efficiency.
• Collaborate with other teams, such as network specialists, to ensure that the simulation software properly models relevant parameters.
• Other duties as assigned

If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.

Basic Qualifications:

• Requires an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain a U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance and SCI approval/access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with 5 years of relevant software engineering experience – OR – Master’s degree in Computer Science with 3 years of relevant software engineering experience – OR – PhD in Computer Science with 1 year of relevant software engineering experience.
  • May consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.

• 3+ years of recent non-internship professional software development experience in Python
• Experience in software architecture design patterns
• A basic understanding of the network stack and associated network protocols
• Strong software engineering fundamentals

 Preferred Qualifications:  

• Active TS/SCI or TS with SCI eligibility security clearance
• Experience with developing or using containerized software
• Experience with DevOps fundamentals and the maintenance of software pipelines
• Experience with productizing software solutions

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

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Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $171,000.00

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.