Areté · 10 hours ago
Senior Engineer, Software Systems
Falls Church, VA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $170K/yr
9+ years expAreté is an employee-owned company focused on innovative solutions to address complex security challenges. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineer, Software Systems to lead system design, integration, and validation while managing requirements and engaging with customers.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead critical aspects of system design, integration, and validation
Manage complex requirements while interfacing with customers and stakeholders
Act as a technical manager, guiding engineering teams and ensuring alignment with program objectives
Create and manage technical documentation such as user guides, O&M manuals, and operational procedures
Interface with customers and end-users to gather feedback and ensure system usability
Understand formal and informal requirements, write detailed product specifications, manage the RFC process, and negotiate requirements with stakeholders
Track metrics and maintain configuration control
Qualification
Required
Holds Top Secret clearance. SCI eligible
Validation & Verification Expertise: Experience in software and algorithm testing, including formal requirements validation, informal capability assessment, usability testing, algorithmic evaluation, and defect identification
Documentation & Logistics: Skilled in creating and managing technical documentation such as user guides, O&M manuals, and operational procedures
Systems Integration & Troubleshooting: Proactive problem solver with a strong grasp of internal and external system interfaces; capable of maintaining full domain knowledge across subsystems
Customer & User Engagement: Strong communication skills for interfacing with customers and end-users to gather feedback and ensure system usability
Requirements Management: Ability to understand formal and informal requirements, write detailed product specifications, manage the RFC process, and negotiate requirements with stakeholders
Technical Leadership: Ability to act as a technical manager, guiding engineering teams and ensuring alignment with program objectives
Information Management: Proficient in code and data management, including tracking metrics and maintaining configuration control
Advanced Technical Aptitude: Solid foundation in software development, mathematics, and physics; demonstrates curiosity, self-motivation, and flexibility to adapt to evolving program needs
Preferred degree background: Systems. Computer Engineering, or related field
9+ yrs. experience with BS/BA
7+ yrs. experience with MS/MA
4+ yrs. experience with PhD
Preferred
Experience with classified systems or secure environments
Familiarity with Agile development and DevSecOps practices
Knowledge of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies
Familiarity with Squish/Jenkins/GIT (or a willingness to learn)
Basic knowledge and experience with C++/Python
Involvement with systems integration, test, and performance verification within the IC
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Vision Reimbursement
Fitness Reimbursement
401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Continuing Education Assistance
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave
Company
Areté
Areté, an employee-owned company, is an advanced science and engineering company that provides innovative solutions to the most challenging technical problems faced by the United States Defense and Intelligence agencies.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dave Kier
CEO
David Campion
Chief Executive Officer
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