HII hiring Lead Software Engineer (Engineer Software 5) - 23249 • Remote (Work from Home) | Himalayas
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Lead Software Engineer (Engineer Software 5) - 23249

HII, based in Newport News, is the largest military shipbuilder in the U.S., delivering advanced naval solutions and supporting national defense.

HII

Employee count: 1001-5000

Salary: 126k-175k USD

United States only

Requisition Number: 23249

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $126,017.00 - $175,000.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Senior

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Job Description

HII Mission Technologies Global Security group is seeking a Software Engineer 5 to join our Internal Research and Development team! This is a full-time remote position. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will play a critical role as part of the Internal Research and Development team in the planning, research, design, development, and testing work needed to create high quality software that is ready for transition to direct customers. You will be expected to build and improve large software projects by working with a Product Owner, Scrum Master, and other Engineers to translate functional requirements into robust, scalable, and supportable solutions. You will participate in the full development lifecycle and actively troubleshoot issues in support of applications in production critical environments. This is a full-time remote position, and the candidate must be able to work during Eastern Time zone hours.

Essential Job Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • Analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls. Provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex difficult problems. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives.
  • Works under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated. Determines and pursues courses of action necessary to obtain desired results. Develops advanced technological ideas and guides their development into a final product.
  • Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts. Represents organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.
  • Provides team leadership in compliance with software development standards including coding standards, code reviews, source control, build processes, testing, and operations.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
  • Proficient is developing software in at least one modern programming language such as Java, JavaScript, Python, or C++.
  • Direct experience with web application development tools, including Docker, Spring Security, and Java Messaging Services (JMS) or ActiveMQ for service communication.

Preferred Requirements

  • 10 years of experience developing DoD distributed constructive simulations (e.g., JSAF, NGTS) and interoperability translation services (e.g., JBUS, LVCDT).

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.

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Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) is America's largest military shipbuilding company with a rich history of over 135 years in advancing U.S. national defense. The company operates primarily through two divisions: Newport News Shipbuilding and Ingalls Shipbuilding. HII has established itself as a leader in the naval shipbuilding industry, known for building the world's most powerful ships, including aircraft carriers and amphibious ships. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, HII employs more than 44,000 individuals across various sectors within defense and technology.

HII’s mission is to deliver comprehensive, all-domain solutions that serve the critical needs of the U.S. military and allied forces. Their capabilities extend beyond shipbuilding, encompassing cybersecurity, drone technology, and integrated solutions for land, sea, air, and space defense systems. The company underscores its commitment to community and employee development, investing in a diverse workforce, and adhering to a culture of innovation and excellence. By focusing on quality and sustainability, HII seeks to improve the effectiveness and readiness of the naval forces, thereby contributing to the safety and security of the nation’s interests.

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