Senior Software Engineer

About the position

SAIC is seeking a talented and motivated Computer Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining complex systems and software solutions for our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer engineering, extensive experience with C++, Linux, and object-oriented programming, and possess problem-solving skills to address challenging technical issues, including experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement software and hardware components for new systems.
• Create detailed technical specifications and architectural designs.
• Utilize object-oriented programming (OOP) principles to design robust and scalable software solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure systems meet functional and non-functional requirements.
• Perform thorough testing of new software and hardware components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues through rigorous debugging processes.
• Execute hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing to validate system performance.
• Evaluate existing systems and recommend enhancements or optimizations.
• Produce comprehensive documentation of development processes and system architectures.
• Prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders on project status and technical findings.
• Work closely with project managers, designers, and other engineers.
• Communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders.
• Provide technical support and training to team members and clients.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Conduct research on emerging technologies to recommend and implement new solutions.
• Prototype and test new ideas to push the boundaries of current technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Experience in computer engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in software development, hardware design, system integration, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
• Extensive experience in C++ programming language.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Linux operating systems (both development and administration).
• Strong understanding and application of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles.
• Experience with embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and microcontrollers.
• Proficiency in additional programming languages such as Python and Java is a plus.
• Strong understanding of computer architecture and hardware design.
• Experience with FPGA, VHDL/Verilog, and PCB design.
• Knowledge of software development methodologies and tools (Agile, Git, etc.).
• Familiarity with both Windows and Unix/Linux operating systems.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with cloud computing and virtualization technologies.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices.
• Familiarity with machine learning and AI technologies.

Benefits

• SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion.