Software Systems Engineer

At Arete, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation's most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee- owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.

Discover your future with us.

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Software Systems Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will define, document, test, and validate complex software systems, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and scalability. This role requires a deep understanding of system architecture, software integration, and a passion for solving challenging technical problems in a collaborative environment. This position is based out of our Falls Church, VA office and is classified as a full-time, exempt, non-supervisory position.

We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:

Generous PTO and Leave Times

• Flextime Scheduling
• Bereavement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Parental Leave

Financial Benefits

• 401K Retirement Plan Contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Continuing Education Funds

Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Vision Reimbursement

Qualities We Look For

• Creativity
• Integrity
• Passion
• Responsiveness
• Collaboration

Experiences and Background We Look For:

• Holds TS/SCI.
• Build and enhance automated testing infrastructure to streamline and scale quality assurance for multiple programs
• Must be able to code in Python
• Create automated test scripts and integrate automated test suite as part of each pull request
• Develop detailed test plans and procedures, ensuring all necessary data and resources are available
• Execute all phases and types of testing: user story testing, end-to-end testing, regression testing of releases, and performance testing
• Document findings, generate test reports, and present results to stakeholders.
• Create and maintain detailed software documentation to include, but not limited to, release notes, user guides, training material, and troubleshooting procedures
• Candidate will play an active role in troubleshooting system level failures amongst a diverse team of engineers and technicians.
• Partner with software developers and internal stakeholders to plan, coordinate, and execute testing and release efforts
• Experiences and Background We Look For: Degree background Systems Engineering. Software Engineering, Physics, or Math.
  • 9+ yrs. experience with BS/BA
  • 7+ yrs. experience with MS/MA
  • 4+ yrs. experience with PhD

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Confluence & JIRA
• Experience with Squish/Jenkins/GIT (or a willingness to learn)
• Experience with C++
• Assist in the development of requirements derivation, requirements traceability, systems integration & test, performance verification.

The salary range for this role is $126,000 to $163,000; however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Other Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.

Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Arete will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.

Other Considerations

Arete is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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