Sr. Software Developer

BAE Systems Inc.

Sr. Software Developer

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Huntsville AL USA

Hybrid

121K-205K Annually

Senior level

Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense

Where purpose connects.

The Role

Design develop integrate and maintain web-based and enterprise software solutions for production environments. Produce technical specifications and documentation support databases and user interfaces implement integrations and microservices and ensure information security and FISMA compliance. Provide estimates and troubleshoot operational issues.

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Job Description
The Software Developer II will design maintain and implement Government Off-The-Shelf software solutions based on specific program requirements and methodologies. This role will support software development system integrations web-based query tools reporting systems and related applications in a production environment.
Key Responsibilities:

Design develop maintain and implement software applications and tools
Develop original software applications from high-level customer concepts or requirements
Integrate software applications with third-party tools utilities and systems
Support large and complex software systems including web-based query and reporting systems
Create technical specifications and design documentation
Identify technical strategies to connect disparate software applications
Support database development database management user interface development and system design
Implement technical solutions and identify operational or management issues

Position Note:
This is a regular full-time Software Developer II position with an initial assignment supporting a temporary program backfill need. The initial assignment is anticipated to run through 9/30/2026 with possible extension through 12/31/2026 based on business needs. Following the assignment placement on another program or team will depend on available work funding performance and business needs.
Required Education Experience & Skills
Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in software development computer science or a related technical field and at least five years of software development experience supporting systems in a production environment; or in lieu of a degree at least ten years of software development experience supporting systems in a production environment
Experience used in lieu of education must be at or above the level of this position
Experience with multiple programming languages scripts operating systems and software development tools
Experience may include C# Python PowerShell ASP.NET SQL XML WSDL Angular HTML JavaScript and microservices architecture
Experience designing and developing original software applications from high-level or non-specific concepts
Experience writing programs to support desired outcomes workflows or customer requirements
Experience producing technical documentation including process flows class diagrams sequence diagrams physical architecture interface specifications data dictionaries and data models
Ability to create project work estimates
Knowledge of information security systems and security standards for sensitive and classified data
Knowledge of FISMA requirements and related federal information security standards

Preferred Candidate:

Experience deploying container-based solutions
Experience with HTML JavaScript and microservices architecture
Comfortable working from high-level concepts and translating customer needs into technical solutions
Strong documentation collaboration and problem-solving skills
Experience supporting software systems in a complex production environment

Preferred Education Experience & Skills
Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in software development computer science or a related technical field and at least five years of software development experience supporting systems in a production environment; or in lieu of a degree at least ten years of software development experience supporting systems in a production environment
Experience used in lieu of education must be at or above the level of this position
Experience with multiple programming languages scripts operating systems and software development tools
Experience may include C# Python PowerShell ASP.NET SQL XML WSDL Angular HTML JavaScript and microservices architecture
Experience designing and developing original software applications from high-level or non-specific concepts
Experience writing programs to support desired outcomes workflows or customer requirements
Experience producing technical documentation including process flows class diagrams sequence diagrams physical architecture interface specifications data dictionaries and data models
Ability to create project work estimates
Knowledge of information security systems and security standards for sensitive and classified data
Knowledge of FISMA requirements and related federal information security standards

Preferred Candidate:

Experience deploying container-based solutions
Experience with HTML JavaScript and microservices architecture
Comfortable working from high-level concepts and translating customer needs into technical solutions
Strong documentation collaboration and problem-solving skills
Experience supporting software systems in a complex production environment

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to: business considerations local market conditions and internal equity as well as candidate qualifications such as skills education and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems we support our employees in all aspects of their life including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health dental and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program a legal plan and other perks including discounts on things like home auto and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off paid holidays as well as other types of leave including paid parental military bereavement and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc an international defense aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air land and naval forces as well as advanced electronics security information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology superior products and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S) based in McLean Virginia designs and delivers advanced defense intelligence and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development systems integration and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in software development computer science or related technical field and at least five years of software development experience in production; or ten years' experience in lieu of a degree
Experience supporting systems in a production environment
Experience with multiple programming languages scripts operating systems and software development tools
Experience with C# Python PowerShell ASP.NET SQL XML WSDL Angular HTML JavaScript and microservices architecture
Experience designing and developing original software applications from high-level or non-specific concepts
Experience writing programs to support desired outcomes workflows or customer requirements
Experience producing technical documentation (process flows class diagrams sequence diagrams physical architecture interface specifications data dictionaries data models)
Ability to create project work estimates
Knowledge of information security systems and security standards for sensitive and classified data
Knowledge of FISMA requirements and related federal information security standards
Experience deploying container-based solutions
Strong documentation collaboration and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working from high-level concepts and translating customer needs into technical solutions
Experience supporting software systems in a complex production environment

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Healthcare Strength—Benefits materials highlight multiple medical plan options with FSA/HSA eligibility and a 2024 guide references company HSA contributions. Health coverage breadth is emphasized alongside additional wellbeing resources.
Retirement Support—A 401(k) savings plan is available with employer contributions or match offered by some business units per plan supplements. Company‑paid basic life insurance at 2x base salary (up to $1M) provides added financial protection.
Parental & Family Support—Paid parental leave can be used in addition to other leave programs with adoption and surrogacy reimbursement available. Feedback suggests bonding leave is available for all parents with additional short‑term disability for birth recovery though specifics vary by business unit and state.

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HQ: Falls Church VA

40000 Employees

Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace defense and security company we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air land space and naval forces as well as advanced electronics security information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us to unite our community of colleagues and customers and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

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We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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