Senior Principal Software Engineer 4 – Top Secret / Java Python C++

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, our Defense System sector wants you to join our Team as a Sr Principal Software Engineer (level 4) and join our team of qualified, diverse, individuals. This position is based out of Rancho Bernardo Ca.

Your work will include: designs, develops, documents, tests and debugs applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions. Conducts multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software. Determines computer user needs; analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; prepares operating instructions; designs and develops compilers and assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems. Ensures software standards are met.

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Basic Qualifications:

• A High School diploma and a minimum of 13 years of Software development experience; Bachelor’s degree in Science with 9 + years of software development experience; 7 years with a Master's; 0 years with a PhD. May also be considered.

• Experience with Atlassian tools (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket)

• Experience with Agile software development using Java, Python and/or C++ software development in a Red Hat Enterprise Linux environment

• Knowledge of object-oriented design and software lifecycles

• Experience with version control software

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel

• Familiar with risk development and mitigation plans

• A current Top Secret DoD clearance with ability to maintain that clearance.

• Have the ability to obtain and retain Special Program access clearance within 365 days from submission is a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's of Science degree in a related field.

• Experience with supporting operational systems

• Experience with supporting distributed systems

• Experience with working in Virtualized Environments (VMs, AWS Cloud Instances)

• Experience working with AWS Services

• Experience with Dockerization and Container Management (Dockers and Kubernetes)

• Exposure to working with ground systems (scheduling, tasking, antennas, working with hardware interfaces)

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.