GainSpan · 1 day ago
Applications Programmer, Principal
Norfolk,VA,US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
12+ years expTrimitron Corporation is seeking a highly accomplished Principal Applications Programmer to lead advanced software development efforts in support of the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific’s Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Division. This senior technical role involves architecting, developing, and optimizing complex applications to enhance PNT mission capabilities.
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Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and modernization of complex application systems supporting NIWC Pacific’s PNT mission
Architect scalable, secure, and high-performance software solutions that meet mission-critical requirements
Establish development standards, coding practices, and quality benchmarks for the programming team
Provide expert-level guidance on system design decisions, technology selection, and integration strategies
Design, code, test, debug, and document highly complex applications that support PNT data workflows, modeling tools, and operational systems
Develop innovative solutions to complex programming challenges, considering system capacity, performance constraints, cybersecurity requirements, and operational timelines
Conduct advanced quality assurance evaluations to ensure software reliability, accuracy, and compliance with Navy and DoD standards
Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for high-impact software issues
Collaborate with PNT engineers, analysts, and program leadership to translate mission needs into robust software capabilities
Ensure all applications align with PNT system architectures, data structures, and operational requirements
Support PNT program reviews, technical design sessions, and system integration activities as the senior software expert
Contribute to long-term modernization strategies for PNT applications, including migration planning, refactoring, and performance optimization
Ensure all development activities comply with NIWC, Navy, and DoD cybersecurity and configuration management policies
Provide technical mentorship to junior and mid-level programmers, fostering growth and ensuring high-quality output
Lead code reviews, design walkthroughs, and technical training sessions
Serve as the senior escalation point for complex development challenges
Qualification
Required
Twelve (12) years of directly applicable experience in application programming or software development
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field
An advanced degree may substitute for two years of experience
Strong proficiency in designing, coding, testing, and debugging complex applications
Experience evaluating applications for quality assurance and performance
Ability to solve complex programming challenges using analytical and computational techniques
Strong understanding of system limitations, performance considerations, and secure coding practices
Preferred
Experience supporting DoD, Navy, or NIWC programs, especially in technical or mission-critical environments
Familiarity with PNT systems, modeling tools, or Navy software development environments
Experience with secure coding, configuration management, and DoD software development standards
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Benefits
Comprehensive medical insurance package
401k with company match
Employee assistance program
Company paid benefits
Company
GainSpan
GainSpan designs ultra low-power Wi-Fi modules for battery-powered, embedded WiFi applications.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$118.39MKey Investors
Mobile Internet CapitalOpus Capital
2017-02-01Acquired
2015-01-31Series E· $0.14M
2015-01-22Convertible Note· $0.06M
Leadership Team
Haike Dong
Vice President of Operations and Quality
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